German NHL Star Moritz Seider Shines While Draisaitl Faces Back-to-Back Losses

Seider helps secure a Red Wings victory, while Draisaitl's Oilers struggle in consecutive defeats despite his league-leading scoring performance.

Moritz Seider contributed an assist in the Detroit Red Wings' 5-4 overtime win against the Anaheim Ducks, bolstering their playoff position as the top Wildcard team in the Eastern Conference.
Leon Draisaitl scored his 42nd goal of the season during the Edmonton Oilers' 3-7 loss to the Washington Capitals, maintaining his lead as the NHL's top scorer.
The Oilers suffered two consecutive defeats over the weekend, including a 3-6 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers, raising concerns about the team's post-break form.
Connor McDavid acknowledged the Oilers' struggles after the league's '4 Nations Face-Off' break, noting the team's need to regain momentum for the playoff race in the Pacific Division.
Alexander Ovechkin's hat trick for the Capitals brought him within 12 goals of Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL scoring record of 894 goals.