Oilers start season strong with 5-0-1 record behind McDavid and Bouchard

The Edmonton Oilers are off to a strong start in the 2026-27 NHL season, holding a 5-0-1 record. Key players Connor McDavid and Evan Bouchard are leading the offense, with McDavid amassing 17 points and Bouchard contributing 14 points, the most among defensemen. The Oilers have won each of their games by at least two goals, boasting a goal differential of plus-11. Despite injuries to Zach Hyman and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, the performance of the superstar trio has kept the team's momentum as they challenge for the top position in the Pacific Division. The Oilers look to maintain their success as they prepare for their next match.

• 2:49 PMCBS NHL — NHL Power Rankings: Oilers fly out of the starting gates behind Connor McDavid, Evan Bouchard