McDavid and Draisaitl Lead Oilers to Thrilling OT Win Over Hurricanes
Last night, the Edmonton Oilers pulled off a dramatic 4-3 overtime victory against the Carolina Hurricanes at the Lenovo Center, and wow, what a game it was. Connor McDavid was unstoppable, scoring two goals and adding an assist, while Leon Draisaitl not only contributed a goal and two assists but also delivered the overtime winner just 19 seconds in. After winning the opening face-off in OT, Draisaitl received a perfect drop pass from McDavid and beat Frederik Andersen blocker side from the high slot, sealing the win for Edmonton.
“It’s what we get paid to do,” McDavid said after the game. “We get paid to be the difference, and tonight we were able to do that.” Jack Roslovic chipped in with a goal and an assist, and goalie Stuart Skinner stopped 33 shots, helping the Oilers improve to 9-7-4 and marking their third win in four games. Coach Kris Knoblauch credited Skinner and the team’s stars for stepping up when it mattered most, especially after Carolina pushed back hard following a 2-0 lead.
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But the bigger story of the night wasn’t just the overtime thriller—it was Zach Hyman’s return. After being sidelined since May with a dislocated wrist, Hyman made his season debut and immediately reminded everyone what the Oilers had been missing. Playing 23:10 minutes, he registered an assist on McDavid’s second goal, delivered 11 hits, and dominated battles along the boards. McDavid reflected on Hyman’s comeback, highlighting the emotional and physical challenges he overcame. “It’s great to see him back and playing healthy,” McDavid said. “It’s definitely uplifting for our group.”
The game itself was a rollercoaster. Edmonton jumped to a 2-0 lead early, with Darnell Nurse creating the first goal and McDavid scoring a power-play tally. Carolina fought back with goals from Eric Robinson, Nikolaj Ehlers, and Jordan Staal, tying the game at 3-3 in the third period. Skinner made key saves throughout, keeping the Oilers in the game while McDavid and Draisaitl orchestrated the offense.
Even though it wasn’t a perfect performance—three goals were allowed, and defensive lapses were apparent—the Oilers showed resilience and determination. Hyman’s return seemed to reinvigorate the team, bringing intensity, physicality, and a standard that allowed Edmonton’s top line to shine. As Knoblauch noted, Hyman immediately picked up where he left off in the playoffs, playing over 20 minutes and energizing the team.
This win isn’t just another two points in November. It’s a signal that when all the pieces are in place, the Oilers can be the team everyone expected them to be. With Hyman back in the lineup and stars like McDavid and Draisaitl performing at their peak, Edmonton is reminding the NHL that they are a force to be reckoned with. The game may have ended in overtime, but for the Oilers, it marked the beginning of something bigger—the return of their full strength, and the promise of thrilling hockey ahead.
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