Evan Bouchard puts up strong start for Oilers in four games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 5:17 AM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026
Evan Bouchard leads the NHL with six goals and 11 points after four games this season. His performance included a two-goal, one-assist outing in a recent game against the Anaheim Ducks, contributing to the Oilers' offense that has scored 19 goals overall. Despite his offensive success, Bouchard faces criticism regarding defensive play. He is on pace to establish himself among the league's top defensemen, aiming for recognition such as the Norris Trophy, which eluded him last season. Zach Hyman's return to practice could bolster the Oilers' lineup further.
- •Bouchard scored two goals and an assist against the Ducks.
- •He leads the NHL in goals and ranks second in points.
- •Bouchard is playing over 25 minutes per game.
- •Last season, he finished fourth in Norris voting.
- •Zach Hyman has returned to practice for the Oilers.
- 5:17 AMYahoo Sports — Bouchard's Crazy Start And What Oilers Fans Can Make Of It
"Through four games, Evan Bouchard has six goals and 11 points, and yet, there are still people who would rather talk about what he does wrong.
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