Ducks Neutralize McDavid, Oilers Fight Back

0:00On April 23rd, the Anaheim Ducks have straight up neutralized Connor McDavid in the first two playoff games against the Edmonton Oilers, holding the Superstar scoreless, despite his heavy ice time of over 24 minutes per night. The series is tied one game apiece after Edmonton's 6-4 loss in game 2, where McDavid finished minus 2. Now heading to Anaheim for the next games, the Ducks are swarming him with two or more defenders every rush, using active sticks to force turnovers. And block zone entries. One big mistake was a giveaway in his own end that led to a shorthanded goal, putting Anaheim up 4-2. Oilers coach Chris Noblowke says McDavid's putting too much pressure on himself as a leader, but he's confident the captain will bounce back soon, just like he has on off-nights before. Ducks forward Alex Killarorn admits it's tough, but praises their solid defense for limiting the damage. McDavid's still firing was seven shots through two games, and he took a quick trip to the locker room in game 2, but came right back. No word on.

1:03What that was about. The Oilers need him to heat up quick as this battle intensifies in California. NHL news today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on the field and beyond.