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NHL roundup: Connor McDavid’s 5 points help Oilers outgun Canucks 9-7

Connor McDavid scored a goal and had four assists, Leon Draisaitl had two goals and an assist and Evan Bouchard added a goal and two assists as the visiting Edmonton Oilers jumped out to a five-goal lead and then held…

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 7:06 AM
NHL roundup: Connor McDavid’s 5 points help Oilers outgun Canucks 9-7
Key Things to Know
  • Connor McDavid recorded five points as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Vancouver Canucks 9-7.
  • Evan Bouchard set an NHL record for most points by a defenseman through two games with eight points.
  • Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin scored an empty-net goal and made 24 saves against Tampa Bay.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Connor McDavid recorded a goal and four assists to lead the Edmonton Oilers to a 9-7 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday. Leon Draisaitl scored twice, while Evan Bouchard added a goal and two assists to set an NHL record with eight points across the first two games by a defenseman.

Elsewhere, Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin stopped 24 shots and scored an empty-net goal against Tampa Bay. San Jose edged Florida in overtime behind Luca Cagnoni's winner, New Jersey defeated Philadelphia in overtime, and Utah, Columbus, Seattle, and Minnesota all claimed season-opening victories.

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