The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Nashville Predators 4-1 on Sunday night to claim their 16th straight victory, moving just one game within tying the NHL record for most consecutive wins. The standing record was set by the Pittsburgh Penguins during the 1992-93 season.
“This past week wasn’t our best hockey,” Oilers center Connor McDavid admitted. “But we found a way to get three wins, which is a great sign.” McDavid scored one goal and grabbed two assists against the Predators, as did Leon Draisaitl. Goalie Stuart Skinner also proved crucial on the night, making 28 saves.
Despite a recent slump, the Oilers remain in peak condition, going 24-3-0 in their last 27 games and achieving a franchise-record streak of 14 games without allowing more than two goals. Their impressive winning streak puts the Oilers in third place in the Western Conference Pacific Division, tying in wins with the second-placed Vegas Golden Knights despite playing five fewer games.
