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Draisaitl Reaches 1000 Points in Oilers' Win
17 Dec
Summary
- Leon Draisaitl is the first German-born player to achieve 1,000 career points.
- Connor McDavid contributed significantly with two goals and two assists.
- The Penguins are on a six-game winless streak, losing six in a row.
Leon Draisaitl achieved a historic milestone on Tuesday, becoming the first German-born player to reach 1,000 career points. He accomplished this during the Edmonton Oilers' 6-4 road victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins, contributing four assists to the win. Draisaitl now boasts 1,003 points in 824 games since being drafted by the Oilers.
The Oilers' offense was potent, with Connor McDavid adding two goals and two assists to the score sheet. Zach Hyman and Evan Bouchard also registered a goal and an assist each. The Oilers have been on an impressive run, securing five wins and a tie in their last seven contests.
In contrast, the Pittsburgh Penguins are struggling, having lost their last six games. Captain Sidney Crosby recorded an assist, bringing him closer to a franchise record. Despite a strong effort from players like Bryan Rust, Erik Karlsson, and Tommy Novak, the Penguins could not overcome the Oilers' offensive pressure.
