MacKinnon helps Avalanche crush Oilers 9-1
EDMONTON — Nathan MacKinnon scored twice and recorded two assists as the Western Conference-leading Colorado Avalanche demolished the Edmonton Oilers 9-1 on Saturday night.
Cale Makar, Parker Kelly, and Jack Drury each contributed two goals, while rookie Gavin Brindley also found the net. The Avalanche (9-1-5) extended their streak to six games with at least one point, showcasing their dominant form.
Devon Toews provided three assists, enhancing Colorado’s offensive depth. Goaltender Scott Wedgewood stopped 23 shots to secure the victory. For Edmonton (6-6-4), Connor McDavid scored their lone goal, while Stuart Skinner conceded four goals on thirteen shots before being replaced by Calvin Pickard, who recorded seventeen saves.
Notable Highlights
- Nathan MacKinnon earned his 700th even-strength career point, becoming the second player in franchise history after Joe Sakic to achieve this milestone.
- MacKinnon extended his personal scoring streak to eight consecutive games.
- Cale Makar reached 20 points this season after scoring twice in the first period, including one goal from a powerful wrist shot that beat Skinner.
- Mattias Ekholm of the Oilers appeared in his 900th NHL regular-season game, leading all active Edmonton players in games played against Colorado.
“Makar’s second goal, just a minute after his first, came on a wicked wrist shot and pushed his early-season road point streak to nine games.”
Author’s Summary
Colorado’s explosive offense and MacKinnon’s milestone performance underscored their Western Conference dominance with a decisive 9-1 victory over Edmonton.
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