The Dallas Stars' Wyatt Johnston (53) scores on Edmonton Oilers' goalie Calvin Pickard (30) during the second period NHL action at Rogers Place, in Edmonton, Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025.
The Edmonton Oilers delivered a commanding performance on Thursday night, dismantling the Seattle Kraken 9-4 in a game fueled by explosive offence. Led by Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, Edmonton controlled the pace, produced highlight-reel moments, and extended Seattle’s losing streak to four games.
McDavid’s Hat Trick Leads Oilers’ Surge
Connor McDavid stole the spotlight with three goals and one assist, marking his 13th career hat trick. The milestone ties him with Mark Messier for fourth-most in franchise history. His speed and puck control set the tone early as the Oilers built momentum shift after shift.
Leon Draisaitl matched McDavid’s four-point night with one goal and three assists, continuing his dominance over Seattle. He now has 34 points in just 15 career games against the Kraken, reinforcing his matchup advantage.
Oilers’ Depth Shines in High-Scoring Night
Beyond their superstars, Edmonton saw significant depth contributions. Matthew Savoie scored twice, showcasing developing chemistry and sharp positioning. Vasily Podkolzin, Zach Hyman, and Mattias Janmark also found the back of the net.
Evan Bouchard and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins added three assists each, helping fuel the team’s offensive rhythm from the back end.
Edmonton has now won two of their last three games, using Thursday’s outburst as a potential momentum shift.
Kraken Struggle to Keep Pace
Seattle continued its offensive frustrations despite goals from Eeli Tolvanen, Frederick Gaudreau, Jared McCann, and Jani Nyman. The loss extends their skid to four straight games, highlighting deeper scoring and consistency issues.
The Kraken entered the matchup with a league-low 59 goals and ranked 31st in goals per game at 2.46. Thursday’s defensive collapse further exposed structural problems, especially in transition and net-front coverage.
Goaltending Breakdown for Seattle
Kraken goaltender Joey Daccord endured a tough outing, allowing five goals on 14 shots before being pulled early in the second period. Philipp Grubauer replaced him and made 14 saves, but Edmonton’s relentless pressure never eased.
For the Oilers, Calvin Pickard stood tall with 28 saves, making timely stops that prevented Seattle from gaining significant momentum.
Key Moment: Two Goals in Seventeen Seconds
The turning point arrived early in the first period. McDavid opened the scoring at 7:17, slicing through Seattle’s defence. Just 17 seconds later, Podkolzin fired a sharp-angle shot that deflected off Daccord and trickled into the net.
That sudden burst gave Edmonton full control, energized the bench, and put the Kraken on their heels for the rest of the night.
Historic Milestone for McDavid and Draisaitl
The duo reached another impressive milestone together. With Thursday’s production, McDavid and Draisaitl have now combined for 503 goals in their careers as teammates. This moves them ahead of Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom into fifth place in NHL history for goals factored in together.
Their chemistry remains one of the league’s most dangerous weapons.
What’s Next for Both Teams?
The Oilers aim to build on this offensive explosion as they continue their push up the standings. With their stars producing at elite levels and their depth awakening, Edmonton looks poised to regain consistency.
For Seattle, the loss underscores a growing need to rediscover structure, scoring, and reliable goaltending. Their next games become crucial as they fight to break their losing streak and rebuild confidence.
