It's tough to watch those moments of raw emotion and see how personal and profound the loss can be for players.
Corey Perry's situation is unique, given his history with the Stanley Cup Finals, but targeting him or any player for their reactions isn't fair. The intensity and disappointment of coming so close to a championship can be overwhelming.
It reminds the players how much the game means to them and how much effort they put into chasing that elusive Cup. Hopefully, the Oilers can use the experience as motivation to come back stronger next season and turn their near-miss into a successful run.