Connor McDavid Chirps Kailer Yamamoto in Post-Game Win Interview
The Edmonton Oilers have eliminated the LA Kings from the playoffs after a thrilling 5-4 win, with Oilers forward Kailer Yamamoto sealing the deal with an incredible goal with just over three minutes remaining in the third period. It was a tense game, with both teams playing hard and fighting to the finish, but Yamamoto's goal was the decisive moment that secured the win for the Oilers.
Oilers fans were quick to take to social media after the game, making the post-game interview between Connor McDavid and Kailer Yamamoto trend online. McDavid praised Yamamoto's performance, calling him a "little guy" who came up big when it mattered most. Yamamoto, who stands at just 5-foot-8, couldn't help but laugh at the description.
Overall, it was a fantastic win for the Oilers and a great moment for Yamamoto, who proved that size doesn't matter when it comes to making a big impact on the ice.
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Do you think Yamamoto's 5'8" height short? |
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