What Happened
The New Jersey Devils halted the Edmonton Oilers winning streak at three games by securing a 4-3 shootout victory. Jack Hughes led the offensive effort with two goals and an assist, while Arseny Gritsyuk scored the winner in the shootout. Connor Brown added a regulation goal against his former club. Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck turned aside 19 shots to earn his first home win of the season. For Edmonton, Evan Bouchard, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, and Leon Draisaitl found the back of the net. Connor McDavid notched his 31st assist to push his season-opening assist streak to 16 games. Oilers goaltender Tristan Jarry finished with 31 saves, having his shutout streak snapped after more than seven periods. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins skated in his 1,038th career regular-season game, setting a new franchise record.
Key Details
- Jack Hughes recorded two goals and one assist.
- Connor Hellebuyck made 19 saves for the victory.
- Connor McDavid extended his season-opening assist streak to 16 games.
- Tristan Jarry stopped 31 shots for Edmonton.
- Ryan Nugent-Hopkins set a franchise record with his 1,038th game played.
What It Means
The victory lifts the Devils to two consecutive wins and five victories across their last six outings, while the Oilers see their three-game winning run stopped on the road.
What's Next
The Oilers return home to begin a four-game homestand against the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday. The Devils continue their schedule by hosting the St. Louis Blues on the same night.