Leon Draisaitl Shines in Oilers' Dominant 7-1 Win Over Wild
The NHL's leading scorer tallied a goal and three assists as Edmonton extended its winning streak to four games.
- Leon Draisaitl recorded his NHL-leading 21st goal of the season and added three assists in Edmonton's emphatic victory over Minnesota.
- The Oilers capitalized on the Wild's early penalty trouble, scoring just five seconds into their first power play of the game.
- Minnesota's defense was hampered by injuries, including the loss of Jake Middleton in the opening minute, leaving the team shorthanded against Edmonton's star-studded offense.
- Connor McDavid assisted on Draisaitl's goal, marking the 200th time the duo has combined for a goal, placing them among the NHL's most prolific teammate pairings in history.
- With this win, the Oilers continued their resurgence after a rocky start to the season, securing their eighth victory in their last ten games.