Connor McDavid leads Oilers in high-scoring shootout against Hurricanes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
The Edmonton Oilers secured a 6-5 victory in a shootout against the Carolina Hurricanes. Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl each recorded five points, marking a rare achievement for both players in the same game. With this win, the Oilers improved to 8-1-1 on the season, while McDavid now has 31 points in the first 10 games, positioning him for a historic scoring pace. The action continues as Colorado Avalanche practice intensifies ahead of their game against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
- •Oilers defeat Hurricanes 6-5 in a shootout.
- •Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl each score five points.
- •Oilers improve to 8-1-1 on the season.
- •McDavid has 31 points in the first 10 games.
- •Avalanche prepare for matchup against Lightning.
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