NHL-Best Oilers Clinch Playoff Berth with Franchise Record Ninth Straight Victory

Edmonton Oilers won their ninth consecutive game to set a new franchise record and clinch a playoff spot.
The Oilers defeated the San Jose Sharks 5-2, led by two goals from Mattias Janmark and a goal and two assists from Leon Draisaitl.
Goaltender Stuart Skinner made 27 saves to surpass the Oilers' previous rookie win record.
The Sharks ended their dismal season with six straight losses and a last place finish in the West Division.
The Oilers finished atop the West Division and will face the Los Angeles Kings in the first round of the playoffs.