Oesterle, who began his career with the Oilers, pulled Arizona into a 1-1 tie when he rifled a shot from the right point past Edmonton goalie Cam Talbot at 1:16 of the second. Oesterle has scored eight NHL goals, with three coming vs. the Oilers.
"I don't know what it is, but it's always exciting playing against a former team and trying to prove something," said Oesterle, who also blocked eight shots. "It's always nice to score here when we play against them."
The Oilers challenged the goal claiming the Coyotes were off-side, but after video review the goal was allowed and Edmonton was penalized for delay of game. During the ensuing power play, the game took a dramatic turn.
Oesterle, trying to score a second goal from just about the same spot as his first, again launched the puck on net. On its way, it struck Garland, who had been sent to the ice by a cross-check, just above his left eye and then trickled into the net for a goal. Garland, bleeding profusely, was immediately helped to Arizona's dressing room where he remained until nearly the end of the period.