API
< Back to all clusters
[SPORTS] · Canada, United States · 19 sources

started · updated

Edmonton Oilers defeat New York Rangers 3-1

The Edmonton Oilers defeated the New York Rangers 3-1 at Rogers Place on Monday, completing a season series sweep. Leon Draisaitl scored two goals, while Connor McDavid added one. Jaroslav Chmelar provided the lone goal for the Rangers, scoring on a shorthanded play.

Oilers goaltender Devon Levi recorded 28 saves to secure the win, improving his record to 8-1-0. The victory moves Edmonton to the top of the Western Conference standings. For the Rangers, the loss snapped a three-game winning streak and highlighted struggles with their power play, which went 0-for-5 during the contest.

During the game, Connor McDavid continued a historic scoring streak, recording a point in his 19th consecutive game to start the season. He joins Wayne Gretzky, Mats Sundin, and Dany Heatley as the only players in NHL history to achieve such a feat. However, the streak of consecutive assists ended at 18.

Entities

Connor McDavid · Devon Levi · Edmonton Oilers · Leon Draisaitl · NHL · New York Rangers

Sources

Game 19: Red Wings @ Blues [www.wingingitinmotown.com]