Oilers’ Connor McDavid makes unbelievable NHL history in OT win vs. Wild

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Oilers’ Connor McDavid makes unbelievable NHL history in OT win vs. Wild

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Wed, October 21, 2026 at 5:59 AM UTC·

Connor McDavid makes NHL history, on pace to set all-time record

McDavid is chasing Gretzky's records after historic start to the season.

Oilers’ Connor McDavid shifts focus away from torrid offensive start ahead of Wild clash

Connor McDavid is off to a nearly unbelievable offensive start in 2026-27, amassing a league-best 23 points in eight games and leading the Edmonton Oilers to a 6-1-1 record . The Canadian superstar is at the absolute top of his game, but he isn’t as focused on his individual production as he is on the team’s success. “I care more about how the game […] The post Oilers’ Connor McDavid shifts focus away from torrid offensive start ahead of Wild clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Oilers’ Evan Bouchard stuns Wild in OT with birthday game-winner

Connor McDavid is skating his way toward unprecedented territory in the early portion of the 2026 NHL campaign, and Leon Draisaitl is contending for the league lead in goals, but Evan Bouchard is making sure to seize his share of the spotlight on the Edmonton Oilers. The superbly skilled defenseman, who turned 27 years old on Tuesday, continues to […] The post Oilers’ Evan Bouchard stuns Wild in OT with birthday game-winner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Oilers’ Connor McDavid On Pace To Break Wayne Gretzky’s Season Assists Record

It’s not often that one of Wayne Gretzky’s records is in danger. But a player has never begun a season quite like the way Connor McDavid has for the Edmonton Oilers. McDavid has played nine games this season. He has dished out 20 assists. That’s the most assists through nine games in NHL history: Oilers […] The post Oilers’ Connor McDavid On Pace To Break Wayne Gretzky’s Season Assists Record appeared first on HEAVY.

Bouchard Scores OT Winner on 27th Birthday as Oilers Edge Wild 4-3

Evan Bouchard celebrated his 27th birthday with a power-play OT winner, and Connor McDavid made NHL history, as Edmonton overcame a late Minnesota surge to secure a gritty special teams victory.

The Hockey News - Edmonton Oilers

Oilers Secure Overtime Winner, Sow Excitement Post Game

Seven wins into the season, it's gotten pretty easy to see how light this team is, emotionally that is, compared to recent seasons.

The Hockey News - Edmonton Oilers

Kirill Kaprizov Vs. Connor McDavid: NHL’s Hottest Superstars Set For Showdown

The league’s top goal scorer collides with its leading point-producer as Minnesota’s high-flying Kirill Kaprizov challenges Connor McDavid’s historic scoring pace in an elite Western Conference battle.

The Hockey News - Minnesota Wild

Bouchard scores in OT to lift the Oilers past the Wild, 4-3

EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Evan Bouchard scored on a power play at 3:32 of overtime to give the Edmonton Oilers a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday night.Connor McDavid set up Bouchard's goal for his third assist of the game, pushing his NHL-leading points total to 26 and extending his season-opening points streak to nine games.

Oilers Face Another Important Test Against Wild With Both Teams Tied In Standings

The Edmonton Oilers have had one of their best starts in recent years, and tonight's game against the Minnesota Wild will help determine where they rank among the Western Conference's best.

The Hockey News - Edmonton Oilers

Kirill Kaprizov Joins Connor McDavid In Exclusive NHL Company With Historic Start To Season

Kirill Kaprizov scored his 11th goal in 10 games, joining Connor McDavid, David Pastrnak and Nikita Kucherov in exclusive NHL company while climbing another Wild franchise leaderboard.

The Hockey News - Minnesota Wild

The Oilers’ 6-1-1 Start May Be Hiding Something... Or Maybe Not

The Oilers are 6-1-1, but is their hot start hiding a problem? Here’s what the numbers and analysts say about Edmonton’s early success.

The Hockey News - Edmonton Oilers

Wild Player To Watch: Quinn Hughes Closing In On Major NHL Milestone Against Oilers

Quinn Hughes is just three points away from reaching 500 career NHL points as the Minnesota Wild prepare to face the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night.

The Hockey News - Minnesota Wild

Oilers Goalie Devon Levi Debuts Major Change in Practice

As part of the major changes to the Edmonton Oilers under the leadership of general manager Stan Bowman, the club acquired goaltender Devon Levi from the Buffalo Sabres.Levi, who was once regarded by many as the potential goalie of the future for the Sabres, never got his full chance with the franchise, but he’s seeing […] The post Oilers Goalie Devon Levi Debuts Major Change in Practice appeared first on HEAVY.

Penalties spoil Wild rally in OT loss to Edmonton

To beat a power like Edmonton on the road, you need to take an early lead, get contributions from your stars, and stay out of the penalty box. The Minnesota Wild only did two out of the three on Tuesday. The Wild’s late rally was enough to earn a point, but Evan Bouchard scored the Oilers’ third power-play goal of the game in overtime as the Oilers beat Minnesota, 4-3 in Edmonton. It was the ...

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Edmonton Oilers Trade Pitch Lands $70 Million NHL All-Star Forward

The Edmonton Oilers may be ranked second in the Pacific Division, but it doesn’t take much to derail a team.To combat a potential downward spiral, the Oilers are urged to target a veteran forward from the Metropolitan Division.What could this swap look like?Oilers Trade Pitch Would Enter Deal With FlyersAccording to Adam Gretz of Bleacher […] The post Edmonton Oilers Trade Pitch Lands $70 Million NHL All-Star Forward appeared first on HEAVY.

BetMGM: Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche, Edmonton Oilers And Florida Panthers Emerge As Early Stanley Cup Favorites

When NHL odds opened after the Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup in June, only two teams — the Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes — were shorter than +1000 to win this year’s Stanley Cup. Now, the Panthers and Oilers join them at the top of the odds table.

3 Things the Oilers Need to Guard Against Despite a Strong Start to 2026-27

Early wins and returning stars raise expectations, but any complacency and looming lineup dilemmas could derail Edmonton’s momentum if they aren't careful on home ice.

The Hockey News - Edmonton Oilers

Is All This Danila Yurov Love Real… or Just Part of MN Wild Trade Talks?

The Minnesota Wild visit Edmonton tonight, and the Oilers’ head coach has already taken notice of Danila Yurov... who's been involved in trade conversations.

Oilers’ Mike Babcock credits ‘ultra-competitive’ Devon Levi after OT win vs. Wild

Mike Babcock highlights Devon Levi's work ethic after his 27-save performance against Minnesota.