Connor McDavid continued his electrifying form, leading the Edmonton Oilers to a 4-2 victory over the visiting St. Louis Blues on Saturday night. The Oilers captain notched a goal and an assist, powering his team to their fifth win in six games.
Corey Perry, Zach Hyman, and Troy Stecher also found the back of the net for Edmonton, while Leon Draisaitl added two assists. Goaltender Stuart Skinner stood tall, making 30 saves in a solid performance.
For the Blues, Dylan Holloway and Jake Neighbours scored in a losing effort, with Jordan Binnington stopping 18 shots. This marked St. Louis’ first regulation loss in six games under new head coach Jim Montgomery.
Oilers Strike Early
The Oilers set the tone early when Corey Perry opened the scoring midway through the first period. Perry tipped Darnell Nurse’s pinpoint shot-pass for his fifth goal of the season, giving Edmonton a 1-0 lead.
McDavid extended the lead just minutes into the second period, capitalizing on a fortunate bounce. Philip Broberg’s clearing attempt deflected off a skate, landing perfectly for McDavid in the slot. The Oilers captain calmly buried his 13th goal of the season, putting Edmonton up 2-0.
Power Play Delivers
Edmonton’s lethal power play struck again late in the second period. McDavid orchestrated the sequence with a perfect pass to Zach Hyman, who redirected the puck into the net for his sixth goal of the season. The Oilers’ 3-0 lead was a testament to their offensive efficiency, particularly with the man advantage.
McDavid’s assist on Hyman’s goal was his 123rd helper of the calendar year, a jaw-dropping feat surpassed only by NHL legend Wayne Gretzky, who achieved the milestone nine times, with a personal best of 167 assists in 1985.
Blues Fight Back
The Blues didn’t go down quietly. Early in the third period, Dylan Holloway connected on a one-timer from the slot, marking his ninth goal of the season and extending his career-best point streak to six games.
Later, Jake Neighbours made it a one-goal game with just under seven minutes remaining in regulation. Jordan Kyrou’s shot banked off Neighbours and into the net, giving the Blues hope for a late comeback.
Stecher Seals the Deal
The Oilers responded swiftly, regaining their two-goal cushion just 69 seconds later. Troy Stecher found the back of the net with a sharp-angled shot, scoring his first goal since November 2023. Stecher’s timely tally sealed the 4-2 victory for Edmonton.
Looking Ahead
With this win, the Oilers solidify their recent strong form, climbing the standings and showing their offensive prowess. McDavid continues to shine as the leader of this team, and Edmonton’s power play remains one of the most dangerous in the league.
The St. Louis Blues, despite the loss, showed flashes of resilience and promise under Jim Montgomery. They’ll look to regroup and bounce back in their next game.
As the Oilers surge forward, fans are left to wonder: How far can this team go with McDavid and Draisaitl firing on all cylinders? One thing’s for certain—Edmonton is a team to watch as the season progresses.