What Happened
The NHL named Edmonton centre Leon Draisaitl, Calgary goaltender Devin Cooley and Montreal goaltender Jacob Fowler as its three stars of the week. Draisaitl scored six goals, more than any other player, and added three assists in three games while the Oilers won twice and climbed to first in the Pacific Division. Cooley and Fowler, both goaltenders, each posted a 1.00 goals-against average over their starts.
Key Details
- Draisaitl, 30, posted his eighth career five-point game in a 6-5 shootout win over Carolina on Thursday.
- He enters the week on a six-game goal streak.
- Cooley stopped 66 of 68 shots in two starts, with a .971 save percentage, as Calgary won its third straight.
- Fowler went 2-0-0, making 33 saves in a 2-1 win over Winnipeg at the 2026 Heritage Classic.
- At 21, Fowler became the youngest goaltender to start an outdoor NHL game.
What It Means
Draisaitl's scoring run has coincided with Edmonton's move to the top of the Pacific, giving the Oilers early division footing. Cooley's two strong starts have helped Calgary build a three-game streak, while Fowler's Heritage Classic outing marks a notable milestone for a 21-year-old in Montreal's crease.
What's Next
Draisaitl will try to extend his six-game goal streak as Edmonton continues its schedule. Calgary looks to stretch its winning streak beyond three games, and Montreal continues its season after Fowler's outdoor start.