Edmonton goaltender Stuart Skinner made 29 saves, playing a crucial role in securing the win. Evan Bouchard contributed with three assists, extending his impressive point streak to 27 points (six goals, 21 assists) over the past 22 games. Connor McDavid added an assist, continuing his own seven-game point streak with 13 points (three goals, 10 assists).
Hyman’s first goal came on the power play, with a deft deflection of Bouchard’s point shot, breaking the scoreless tie with 1:52 remaining in the second period. He extended the lead early in the third period with a well-placed shot that found its way past Ottawa goaltender Anton Forsberg.
Despite Parker Kelly providing a late goal for the Senators with less than five minutes remaining in regulation, Hyman sealed the victory with his second power-play goal of the night, redirecting another point shot.
The Oilers’ recent surge has not only solidified their playoff positioning but also established them as a formidable force in the Western Conference. The win streak showcases their resilience and ability to turn around their season, elevating them from 31st in the league standings to playoff contention.
(With Reuters inputs)
