McDavid has a goal and an assist as the Oilers beat the Kraken 3-1
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Connor McDavid had a goal and an assist to give him nine points through three games as the Edmonton Oilers beat the Seattle Kraken 3-1 on Saturday night.Owen Michaels and Leon Draisaitl also scored for the Oilers (2-0-1).
Connor McDavid played a pivotal role as the Edmonton Oilers secured a 3-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken on Saturday night. The star player scored a goal and provided an assist, bringing his point total to nine through three games. Owen Michaels and Leon Draisaitl also contributed to the win, with Michaels scoring one goal and Draisaitl adding a second with just 2:27 remaining in regulation.
Devon Levi was a standout in goal for the Oilers, stopping 19 shots and earning the win. For the Kraken, Bobby McMann was the sole goal scorer in the lone period of the game. Seattle goaltender Philipp Grubauer made 22 saves in the loss.
The Oilers have a strong record of 15-4-1 against the Kraken, including eight straight wins at home. In the aftermath of the match, the Kraken will welcome the Calgary Flames for their home opener on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Oilers will travel to Anaheim to face the Ducks in a first-round playoff rematch on Wednesday.
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