Connor McDavid's 'Humbling' Message
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Amid a rough patch in the 2025-26 NHL season, Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner delivered a clear message to Connor McDavid and company.
Frustration is starting to seep in with the Edmonton Oilers, and captain Connor McDavid is trying to get the team back on track.
Connor McDavid and the Oilers face the Blue Jackets on Prime Monday Night Hockey after a dreadful loss to the Avalanche.
EDMONTON -- Connor McDavid wants to see more emotion from the Edmonton Oilers in their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Rogers Place on Monday (8:30 p.m. ET; Prime, FDSNOH).
Edmonton Oilers took a 9-1 thrashing from the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday at Rogers Place. This was the Oilers' worst loss since a 10-2 defeat to the Chicago Blackhawks back in 2009.
Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid called for increased urgency and execution after the team's latest late-game collapse. He emphasized that while talent isn't the issue, the Oilers must improve their ability to close out games and regain their structural rhythm.