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5 takeaways from Leafs-Oilers: A defensive masterclass against red-hot Connor McDavid

Connor McDavid’s tremendous start to the year was all anyone could talk about this week. Sure, Connor Hellebuyck was traded to the New Jersey Devils in a franchise-altering trade, but it was an afterthought during Friday’s practice at the Ford…

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
5 takeaways from Leafs-Oilers: A defensive masterclass against red-hot Connor McDavid
Key Things to Know
  • The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Edmonton Oilers 7-2 behind a standout defensive effort against Connor McDavid.
  • Anthony Stolarz stopped 30 shots in goal for Toronto to secure the Maple Leafs' fourth consecutive victory.
  • Troy Stecher scored the game-winning goal in the second period off an assist from Kirill Marchenko.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Toronto Maple Leafs secured a 7-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday, extending their winning streak to four games. Toronto delivered a strong defensive performance to contain Connor McDavid and the Oilers, limiting McDavid to two primary assists on goals scored by Leon Draisaitl. Goaltender Anthony Stolarz made 30 saves to anchor the win for the Maple Leafs.

Defensemen Troy Stecher, Darren Raddysh, Jake McCabe, and Morgan Rielly excelled against Edmonton's top players, with Stecher scoring the game-winning goal. Auston Matthews scored off an Easton Cowan pass, while Jack Roslovic, Vinni Lettieri, and Zack MacEwen also contributed to Toronto's offensive output. Edmonton's power-play goal by Draisaitl in the third period ended Toronto's streak of 30 consecutive penalties killed.

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