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McDavid's 4 Assists Power Oilers Past Canucks
17 Apr
Summary
- Connor McDavid recorded four assists in the Oilers' decisive win.
- Rookie Matthew Savoie achieved his first career hat trick.
- The Oilers clinched second place in the Pacific Division.
The Edmonton Oilers secured home-ice advantage for the first round of the playoffs by defeating the Vancouver Canucks 6-1. Connor McDavid was instrumental with four assists, while rookie Matthew Savoie scored his first career hat trick. Josh Samanski, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, and Colton Dach also found the back of the net.
This win, closing out the regular season, ensures the Oilers start the postseason at home, facing the Anaheim Ducks. Connor Ingram made 11 saves for the Oilers, while Kevin Lankinen stopped 29 shots for the Canucks.
Individually, McDavid finished the regular season with 138 points, capturing his sixth Art Ross trophy. Evan Bouchard, a defenseman, concluded his season with 95 points, leading all defensemen.
