McDavid Joins NHL Legends as Draisaitl Strikes Twice and Sharks Win Eight-Round Thriller

EDMONTON, Canada, November 9, 2026: Connor McDavid joined a remarkably exclusive group of NHL legends by extending his season-opening point streak to 19 games, while Leon Draisaitl scored twice to power the Edmonton Oilers past the New York Rangers 3-1 at Rogers Place on Monday. The three-game schedule also produced an eight-round shootout in San Jose, where Ivar Stenberg delivered the only successful attempt to give the Sharks a 3-2 victory over the New York Islanders. Philadelphia completed the night’s results by defeating Vancouver 3-1, with Joseph Woll making 18 saves as the Canucks suffered their sixth consecutive regulation defeat.

McDavid reached 48 points through 19 games, becoming only the fourth different player in NHL history to record a point in each of his first 19 appearances of a season, alongside Wayne Gretzky, Mats Sundin and Dany Heatley. Yet the victory also ended his 18-game assist streak. Draisaitl’s second consecutive two-goal performance lifted him to 18 goals for the season, while Edmonton goaltender Devon Levi made 28 saves despite the Rangers outshooting the Oilers 29-20. In San Jose, Yaroslav Askarov stopped all eight Islanders shootout attempts to end the Sharks’ five-game losing streak, and Philadelphia’s victory offered some relief after a difficult run of results.

Key Information: Complete NHL Results and Standout Performances

Monday’s three games took place in Edmonton, Vancouver and San Jose, with two decided in regulation and one requiring a shootout.

There were 12 goals scored during regulation across the three games, plus San Jose’s decisive shootout goal in the official final score. None of the games produced an overtime goal.

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Key Information: Complete NHL Results and Standout Performances

Monday’s three games took place in Edmonton, Vancouver and San Jose, with two decided in regulation and one requiring a shootout.

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Connor McDavid Joins Gretzky, Sundin and Heatley With 19-Game Point Streak

Connor McDavid needed only 6:42 to extend his remarkable season-opening scoring sequence against the Rangers.

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Leon Draisaitl Scores Twice and Takes Control of the Goal Race

If McDavid supplied the historical achievement, Draisaitl provided Edmonton’s most important finishing contribution.

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Edmonton Oilers vs New York Rangers: Complete Scoring Summary

Shots: Rangers 29, Oilers 20.

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What Edmonton’s Victory Means for the Western Conference

Edmonton’s victory improved its record to 13-3-3 through 19 games.

The broader implications extend from Edmonton’s strong Western Conference position to Vancouver’s increasingly troubling start and San Jose’s attempt to recover after five straight defeats.

Connor McDavid Joins Gretzky, Sundin and Heatley With 19-Game Point Streak

Connor McDavid needed only 6:42 to extend his remarkable season-opening scoring sequence against the Rangers.

New York goaltender Dylan Garand attempted to play the puck behind his net, but his pass struck the back of the cage.

McDavid reacted immediately, collected the loose puck and scored from close range to give Edmonton the lead.

The goal was his 11th of the season and his 48th point.

It also extended his season-opening point streak to 19 games, a milestone that places him alongside three of the most productive offensive players in NHL history.

The achievement deserves context because recording a point in 19 consecutive games to begin a season is not the same as an ordinary midseason scoring streak.

It requires immediate consistency from the opening game, with no scoreless appearance interrupting the sequence.

Longest Season-Opening NHL Point Streaks

Gretzky also accomplished the feat during two other seasons, meaning the four names do not represent only four historical instances.

McDavid’s 48 points through 19 games consist of 11 goals and 37 assists.

TSE original calculation: McDavid is averaging approximately 2.53 points per game. Maintaining that pace over an entire 82-game season would produce approximately 207 points, but that is a mathematical projection rather than a forecast. Maintaining such an extraordinary pace across an entire season would be exceptionally difficult.

McDavid’s place among hockey’s greatest players has already generated substantial debate. TSE’s evidence-based ranking of the ten greatest NHL players examines his career alongside Gretzky, Mario Lemieux, Sidney Crosby and other legends.

McDavid’s Assist Streak Ends Despite Another Historic Night

The Edmonton captain’s performance contained an unusual statistical contrast.

He extended his season-opening point streak but failed to record an assist for the first time this season.

That ended his 18-game assist streak, which is tied with Adam Oates’ 1992-93 sequence for the second-longest in NHL history.

The distinction matters because a point streak includes both goals and assists, while an assist streak requires a playmaking contribution in every game.

McDavid remained influential enough to help secure the victory without adding another assist.

The NHL’s official Edmonton-New York match report confirms the historical milestones and the game’s decisive moments.

Leon Draisaitl Scores Twice and Takes Control of the Goal Race

If McDavid supplied the historical achievement, Draisaitl provided Edmonton’s most important finishing contribution.

The German center scored twice for the second consecutive game, extending his goal-scoring streak to four games.

His first goal came at 2:59 of the second period.

Mattias Ekholm sent a slap-pass toward the slot, and Vasily Podkolzin was unable to control it cleanly.

The puck reached Draisaitl, who fired a wrist shot through Garand’s legs to extend Edmonton’s advantage to 2-0.

New York challenged the goal for goaltender interference, but the officials upheld the decision after review.

The failed challenge resulted in an Edmonton power play.

Rather than allowing the Oilers to extend their lead, however, the Rangers responded with a shorthanded goal.

Jaroslav Chmelar Turns a Penalty Kill Into a Rangers Comeback

Jaroslav Chmelar had just emerged from the penalty box when Mika Zibanejad found him with a long pass from New York’s defensive zone.

Chmelar accelerated into the attacking zone and beat Levi with a wrist shot at 5:05 of the second period.

The goal reduced the deficit to 2-1 and gave New York renewed belief.

The Rangers had survived a difficult special-teams situation and immediately converted the opportunity into a counterattack.

That was the game’s first significant momentum reversal.

Edmonton appeared close to taking complete control at 2-0, but New York’s shorthanded goal made the contest competitive again.

Devon Levi Protects Edmonton’s Lead

Levi became crucial as the Rangers increased pressure.

He finished with 28 saves from 29 shots, a save percentage of approximately .966.

His most important interventions came when New York created chances to tie the game.

Edmonton faced another dangerous situation late in the third period.

Ryan Shea was penalized for tripping Alexis Lafreniere with 1:27 remaining.

The Rangers had already removed their goaltender for an additional attacker, producing a six-on-four advantage.

That decision created an opportunity to force overtime.

Instead, Draisaitl scored a shorthanded empty-net goal from long distance at 18:47, securing the 3-1 victory.

Edmonton had scored three goals on only 20 shots, demonstrating how finishing efficiency and strong goaltending can overcome a disadvantage in shot volume.

Edmonton Oilers vs New York Rangers: Complete Scoring Summary

Shots: Rangers 29, Oilers 20.

Goaltenders: Devon Levi 28 saves; Dylan Garand 17 saves.

Records after the game: Edmonton 13-3-3; New York 10-8-1.

What Edmonton’s Victory Means for the Western Conference

Edmonton’s victory improved its record to 13-3-3 through 19 games.

That represents 29 standings points using the NHL’s two-points-for-a-win and one-point-for-an-overtime-or-shootout-loss system.

The Oilers have established a strong position through elite offensive production and increasingly important contributions from their goaltenders.

Levi’s performance against New York illustrated why Edmonton needs more than McDavid and Draisaitl to sustain its early results.

The Rangers generated more shots, but Levi prevented their attacking pressure from producing a second goal.

Edmonton’s challenge is to maintain that defensive support without becoming overly dependent on exceptional finishing from its leading players.

For historical perspective, TSE’s analysis of the NHL’s highest-paid players examines the financial value assigned to elite stars in a league increasingly shaped by major long-term contracts.

The Oilers next host Philadelphia, whose victory in Vancouver created an intriguing meeting between a powerful Edmonton offense and a Flyers team attempting to rebuild confidence.

Flyers Beat Canucks 3-1 as Joseph Woll Ends Philadelphia’s Losing Run

Philadelphia entered Vancouver in need of a positive result after a difficult sequence.

The Flyers had gone three games without a win, including an overtime defeat against Calgary.

They responded by scoring early and protecting their lead through the third period.

Michael Bunting opened the scoring at 2:03 of the first period.

Christian Dvorak and Nick Seeler supplied the assists as Bunting scored his first goal for Philadelphia.

The early advantage was particularly useful for a team that had struggled to establish consistent results.

It allowed Philadelphia to manage the game from in front rather than chase an early deficit.

Travis Konecny Doubles the Lead on the Power Play

Travis Konecny extended the advantage at 3:05 of the second period.

His power-play goal came from assists by Matvei Michkov and Dvorak.

The two-goal margin placed Vancouver under pressure to generate more attacking opportunities.

However, the Canucks struggled to create enough sustained offense to break down Philadelphia.

Woll remained composed, while the Flyers defended the lead.

Jonathan Lekkerimäki Offers Vancouver a Brief Lifeline

Vancouver finally responded at 12:44 of the third period.

Jonathan Lekkerimäki scored on the power play, with Brock Boeser and Elias Pettersson providing assists.

The goal reduced Philadelphia’s lead to 2-1 and created a tense finish.

However, Vancouver could not complete the comeback.

Travis Sanheim scored into an empty net at 19:01 to secure the Flyers’ 3-1 victory.

The final goal was also recorded as shorthanded, giving Philadelphia an unusual special-teams conclusion to the game.

Philadelphia vs Vancouver: Scoring Summary

Shots: Philadelphia 17, Vancouver 19.

Goaltenders: Joseph Woll 18 saves; Leevi Merilainen 14 saves.

Records: Philadelphia 5-10-5; Vancouver 3-16-1.

The NHL’s official Philadelphia-Vancouver recap confirms that the Flyers ended their three-game winless stretch, while Vancouver suffered its sixth consecutive regulation defeat.

Why Vancouver’s Sixth Consecutive Defeat Is More Concerning Than the Score

Vancouver’s 3-16-1 record represents only seven standings points through 20 games.

The Canucks have lost 16 games in regulation and another in overtime or a shootout.

That is a substantial problem at this stage of the regular season.

A team falling significantly behind the playoff competition early in the campaign faces increasing pressure to improve over a large number of remaining games.

Vancouver’s six consecutive regulation defeats are particularly concerning because the team has failed to earn a standings point during that sequence.

Philadelphia, meanwhile, remains below the level required for a strong playoff challenge despite its victory.

The Flyers have 15 standings points from 20 games, and one successful night does not erase the wider inconsistency.

Still, breaking a losing sequence matters because it gives the coaching staff a positive performance to build upon.

The distinction between immediate results and longer-term team development has also been visible in Pittsburgh. TSE’s report on Tommy Novak’s contract extension examined how teams must balance present competitiveness with future roster planning.

Sharks Survive Eight-Round Shootout as Ivar Stenberg Beats Islanders

San Jose entered Monday’s final game desperate to stop another losing streak.

The Sharks had lost five consecutive games and won only once in their previous eight.

They found themselves trailing twice against the Islanders before finally winning in an eight-round shootout.

The victory required goals from Ivar Stenberg and Tyler Toffoli during regulation, outstanding goaltending from Yaroslav Askarov and a decisive shootout finish.

Ben Hutton Gives Islanders an Early Lead

The Islanders opened the scoring at 6:14 of the first period.

Ben Hutton finished from close range after a diagonal pass from Simon Holmstrom, with Bo Horvat collecting the secondary assist.

The goal rewarded New York’s early pressure and gave the visitors an opportunity to establish control.

San Jose responded before the first intermission.

At 16:41, Stenberg deflected a Tyler Toffoli shot into the net to level the game.

Ty Dellandrea also received an assist after helping keep the attacking sequence alive.

The goal gave Stenberg his sixth of the season.

Victor Eklund Restores New York’s Advantage

The Islanders regained the lead just 1:11 into the second period.

Victor Eklund scored on the power play, assisted by Brayden Schenn and Matthew Schaefer.

New York led 2-1 and again had an opportunity to end San Jose’s difficult run.

But the Sharks found another response.

Toffoli scored at 12:12 of the second period, converting a rebound created by Dmitry Orlov’s initial shot.

Eric Pohlkamp also recorded an assist.

The teams finished regulation tied 2-2, with neither able to find another goal in the third period.

Overtime also failed to separate them.

Stenberg Delivers the Winner After Seven Scoreless Shootout Rounds

The deciding shootout developed into a contest between two outstanding goaltenders.

Askarov denied all eight Islanders attempts.

At the other end, Ilya Sorokin stopped San Jose’s first seven shooters.

Stenberg finally broke the deadlock in the eighth round, moving toward the middle and beating Sorokin over the glove with a wrist shot.

The goal secured a 3-2 victory and ended San Jose’s five-game losing streak.

The shootout was the longest in the NHL this season at the time of the game.

Importantly, Stenberg’s shootout winner is not added to his regular-season goal tally. His regulation goal counted as his sixth; the shootout attempt decided the game but does not count toward his individual season goals.

Islanders vs Sharks: Complete Scoring Summary

Goaltenders: Askarov 30 saves on 32 shots; Sorokin 37 saves on 39 shots.

Records: San Jose 8-11-1; Islanders 7-6-4.

The NHL’s official Sharks-Islanders report confirms Stenberg’s decisive attempt and Askarov’s perfect shootout performance.

Why Yaroslav Askarov’s Goaltending Deserves Equal Billing

Stenberg scored the winning shootout attempt, but the Sharks would not have reached that moment without Askarov.

He stopped 30 of 32 shots during regulation and overtime.

That represents a .938 save percentage before the shootout.

He then denied all eight Islanders attempts during the deciding contest.

His performance illustrates why separating regulation goaltending statistics from shootout outcomes is essential.

The 30 saves form part of his official game save total, while the shootout stops are recorded separately.

Sorokin also delivered an outstanding performance in defeat, stopping 37 of 39 shots before the shootout.

Both goaltenders made important contributions, but only San Jose converted a shootout opportunity.

Young-player development remains a central part of the Sharks’ future, especially as Macklin Celebrini continues establishing himself among the league’s leading talents.

TSE’s analysis of NHL player valuations following Celebrini’s major contract provides additional context for the investment being made in the next generation of stars.

Goalkeeping and Finishing: What the Numbers Reveal

Across the three games, the winning teams relied on different combinations of finishing, defensive control and goaltending.

Conversion rates are calculated from regulation/overtime goals divided by listed team shots. Shootout attempts are excluded. Empty-net goals remain included in the team shooting figures. Percentages are rounded to one decimal place.

The comparison demonstrates that Edmonton and Philadelphia won despite being outshot.

The Oilers scored three goals from 20 shots, while the Flyers scored three from 17.

San Jose, by contrast, generated more shots than the Islanders but needed a shootout to convert that advantage into victory.

TSE original calculation: Edmonton and Philadelphia combined for six goals on 37 shots, a 16.2% conversion rate. Their opponents scored twice on 48 shots, or 4.2%. The substantial difference in finishing and goaltending efficiency was more influential than total shot volume in those two results.

Because two winning teams scored empty-net goals, these conversion figures should not be treated as pure measures of goaltender performance.

What the Results Mean for the NHL Standings

Edmonton strengthened an already impressive position by improving to 13-3-3.

The Oilers’ 29 standings points through 19 games underline how successfully they have begun the season.

Philadelphia moved to 5-10-5, while Vancouver dropped to 3-16-1.

San Jose improved to 8-11-1, and the Islanders reached 7-6-4 after securing one point through their shootout defeat.

Updated Team Records and Standings Points

These totals are calculated from the verified postgame records and the NHL points system. They are not claims about final divisional rankings, which also depend on other teams’ results.

The Islanders’ point from the shootout defeat could become relevant later in the season, particularly if the playoff race becomes close.

However, four games without a victory remain a concern.

Edmonton’s Superstar Model and San Jose’s Youth Development Offer Different Paths

The night’s results also provide an interesting contrast in team-building strategies.

Edmonton is relying heavily on established offensive stars, particularly McDavid and Draisaitl.

San Jose is combining younger players with experienced contributors as it attempts to develop a more competitive roster.

Philadelphia and Vancouver face different challenges involving immediate results and roster effectiveness.

The wider NHL has experienced increasingly large contractual commitments to both established players and developing talent.

For example, TSE’s report on Anaheim’s record-setting Leo Carlsson agreement examined the willingness of franchises to invest heavily in young players before every aspect of their careers is established.

Pittsburgh has followed another approach by securing several players on long-term agreements as it plans beyond Sidney Crosby.

TSE’s analysis of Ville Koivunen’s eight-year contract explains how the Penguins are balancing development risk against future financial certainty.

These situations differ from Monday’s results, but they provide useful context for understanding how franchises attempt to build competitive teams across several seasons.

What Happens Next for the Six Teams?

Edmonton’s next confirmed game is against Philadelphia on Wednesday, giving both teams an opportunity to build on their victories.

The matchup could provide an early test of whether the Flyers can maintain the defensive discipline that helped them defeat Vancouver.

For Edmonton, the focus will remain on McDavid’s scoring streak, Draisaitl’s finishing and the support provided by its goaltending.

New York’s Rangers must recover after their three-game winning streak ended.

San Jose will attempt to turn a dramatic shootout victory into sustained improvement, while the Islanders need to convert competitive performances into wins.

Vancouver faces the most urgent challenge of the six teams.

Seven points through 20 games and six consecutive regulation losses have left the Canucks with substantial ground to recover.

The team’s response will depend on much more than one lineup adjustment.

Coaching decisions, defensive organization, goaltending and offensive consistency will all influence whether Vancouver can reverse the trend.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Monday’s NHL Games

Who won Edmonton Oilers vs New York Rangers?

Edmonton defeated the Rangers 3-1, with Leon Draisaitl scoring twice and Connor McDavid adding one goal.

How long is Connor McDavid’s point streak?

McDavid extended his season-opening point streak to 19 games and reached 48 points through 19 appearances.

Did McDavid’s assist streak continue?

No. His 18-game assist streak ended against the Rangers, even though his goal kept the point streak alive.

How many goals has Leon Draisaitl scored?

Draisaitl reached 18 goals for the season after scoring twice against New York.

Who won Philadelphia Flyers vs Vancouver Canucks?

Philadelphia won 3-1 through goals from Michael Bunting, Travis Konecny and Travis Sanheim.

How many saves did Joseph Woll make?

Woll made 18 saves from 19 Vancouver shots, producing a .947 save percentage.

Who won the Islanders vs Sharks shootout?

San Jose defeated the Islanders 3-2 after Ivar Stenberg scored the only goal in an eight-round shootout.

How many shootout attempts did Yaroslav Askarov stop?

Askarov stopped all eight Islanders attempts after making 30 saves during regulation and overtime.

How many consecutive games have the Vancouver Canucks lost?

Vancouver’s defeat against Philadelphia was its sixth consecutive regulation loss.

Which team had the strongest record after Monday’s games?

Among the six teams involved, Edmonton had the strongest record at 13-3-3, worth 29 standings points.

McDavid’s Historic Streak Leads a Night of Crucial Saves and Comebacks

Monday produced only three NHL games, but the results carried substantial individual and team consequences.

McDavid joined an exclusive historical group with his 19th consecutive game recording a point, while Draisaitl continued his remarkable scoring form.

Yet Edmonton also needed Levi’s goaltending to protect its advantage against a Rangers team that generated more shots.

Philadelphia ended a difficult sequence by defeating Vancouver, whose problems deepened with another regulation loss.

San Jose delivered the night’s most dramatic finish, with Stenberg scoring the deciding goal after seven unsuccessful rounds of shootout attempts.

Askarov’s perfect performance across eight Islanders attempts was just as decisive.

The broader lesson was that individual brilliance and team results are connected but not interchangeable.

McDavid’s streak drew the historical attention, Draisaitl supplied the goals, and the goaltenders determined whether attacking opportunities became victories.

For Edmonton, the results strengthen an already promising season. For San Jose and Philadelphia, they provide opportunities to recover confidence.

For Vancouver and the Islanders, the next challenge is to turn competitive passages into completed victories before their early-season problems become more difficult to overcome.