Oilers Secure Key Victory Over Kings, Bolster Playoff Positioning
In a decisive 4-1 win, the Edmonton Oilers, led by Connor McDavid's three-point performance, extend their lead in the Pacific Division.
- Connor McDavid scored a goal and added two assists, leading the Oilers to a 4-1 victory over the Kings.
- The win moves the Oilers five points ahead of the Kings for second place in the Pacific Division, with a game in hand.
- McDavid extends his points streak to six games, becoming the seventh player in NHL history to record three consecutive 120-point seasons.
- The Oilers have gone 15-2-2 at home since Jan. 1, showcasing strong home-ice advantage as playoffs approach.
- The Kings' loss, ending their four-game winning streak, drops them into a wild-card position, one point behind the Vegas Golden Knights.