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Edmonton Oilers Dominate Utah Hockey Club 7-1, McDavid Sets Historic Record

The Oilers' commanding win strengthens their Pacific Division standing, while Utah's playoff hopes falter further.

Connor McDavid #97 of the Edmonton Oilers (2nd from right) celebrates his empty-net goal against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on March 16, 2025 in New York City. The Oilers defeated the Rangers 3-1.
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Mar 18, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defensemen Darnell Nurse (25) and Utah Hockey Club forward Jack McBain (22) fight during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images
Utah Hockey Club goalie Jaxson Stauber (33) makes the save on Edmonton Oilers' Adam Henrique (19) during second period NHL action in Edmonton on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Overview

  • Connor McDavid extended his points streak to 12 games and became the first NHL player to record three-point games against all 32 franchises.
  • Zach Hyman led the Oilers' offense with two goals and an assist, supported by strong performances from Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Mattias Ekholm.
  • The Oilers completed a season sweep of the Utah Hockey Club, winning all three matchups decisively.
  • Utah's goaltending struggles continued as Karel Vejmelka was replaced after a poor first period, with backup Jaxson Stauber stepping in.
  • Leon Draisaitl's 18-game points streak ended, but the Oilers moved three points ahead of the Los Angeles Kings for second place in the Pacific Division.