Connor McDavid reached the 100-point mark for the ninth time in his NHL career, driving the Edmonton Oilers to an emphatic 8-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday. This milestone marks McDavid’s sixth consecutive 100-point season, placing him third in NHL history behind Wayne Gretzky (15) and Mario Lemieux (10).
The Oilers came into the game following a 6-5 loss to the Anaheim Ducks and a four-game losing streak. Edmonton’s response was decisive: Leon Draisaitl tallied a goal and three assists, Zach Hyman added a goal and two assists, and Ty Emberson, Andrew Mangiapane, and Jake Walman each contributed, showcasing the team’s depth and offensive versatility. Goaltender Connor Ingram stopped 21 shots to secure the lopsided victory. Hyman credited the team’s improved defensive play for limiting Los Angeles’ scoring chances.
Kings Struggle With Goaltending And Defense While Edmonton Dominates Early Scoring
Los Angeles struggled throughout the night. Darcy Kuemper allowed four goals on just 15 shots before being replaced by Anton Forsberg, who made 18 saves. The Kings have now gone 0-4-1 in their past five games and trail the Seattle Kraken by three points for the second Western Conference wild card.
Captain Anze Kopitar expressed urgency, noting the narrowing playoff window, while coach Jim Hiller brushed off fan chants demanding his dismissal, emphasizing his focus on winning the next games.
McDavid Reaches 100 Points Again as Oilers Dominate Kings in Complete Team EffortThe scoring started quickly for Edmonton. Emberson opened the tally with a wrist shot from the right circle, followed by Podkolzin’s goal just over a minute later. Warren Foegele’s redirected shot brought Los Angeles within 2-1, but Edmonton regained control in the second period with Mangiapane and McDavid extending the lead.
McDavid’s goal was a highlight, as he skated around the net and finished into an open cage, forcing a goaltender change. Hyman’s power-play goal and Draisaitl’s quick third-period tally pushed the Oilers further ahead, with Walman completing the rout with two late goals.
Oilers Showcase Dominant Offense And Defense While McDavid Hits 100-Point Milestone
The Oilers’ performance highlighted both individual brilliance and cohesive team play. McDavid’s vision and speed created scoring chances, while Draisaitl and Hyman consistently capitalized. Edmonton’s defense and disciplined play prevented the Kings from mounting a comeback, demonstrating a balanced and complete effort.
For Los Angeles, it was a night of frustration. Defenseman Mikey Anderson acknowledged the team’s poor showing, while Kopitar stressed the importance of structural discipline, effort, and teamwork moving forward. Meanwhile, Edmonton reinforced its status as a formidable contender in the Western Conference, combining offensive firepower with defensive control to bounce back from previous setbacks.
This victory not only halted Edmonton’s losing streak but also cemented McDavid’s elite career achievements, underscoring the Oilers’ readiness for a playoff push as the season enters its critical stages.
