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Connor McDavid sets NHL record with 13-game assist streak

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid set a new NHL record by recording an assist in each of the first 13 games of the season. This achievement surpasses the previous 12-game opening streaks held by Wayne Gretzky, Sebastian Aho, and Ken Linseman.

During the Oilers' 4-0 victory over the Calgary Flames in the Battle of Alberta, McDavid contributed two assists. He currently leads the league with 36 points in 13 games. The win also featured a shutout from goaltender Tristan Jarry, who made 24 saves to record his 24th career NHL shutout.

Other Oilers goal scorers included Mathieu Joseph, Mattias Ekholm, Kasperi Kapanen, and Alex Formenton. The victory concludes a five-game road trip for Edmonton, bringing their season record to 9-2-2.

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