{"id":11452,"date":"2024-04-19T07:36:40","date_gmt":"2024-04-18T23:36:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/24hscore.org\/news\/?p=11452"},"modified":"2024-04-18T12:57:59","modified_gmt":"2024-04-18T04:57:59","slug":"connor-mcdavid-returns-oilers-beat-sharks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/24hscore.net\/news\/icehockey\/connor-mcdavid-returns-oilers-beat-sharks\/","title":{"rendered":"Connor McDavid Makes Triumphant Return, Oilers Dominate Sharks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a spectacular return from injury, Connor McDavid led the Edmonton Oilers to a commanding 9-2 victory over the San Jose Sharks, notching his 100th assist of the season in the process. After missing three games due to a lower-body injury, McDavid wasted no time making an impact, scoring a goal just 53 seconds into the game. Later in the second period, he achieved a significant milestone by recording his 100th assist, joining the ranks of NHL legends Bobby Orr, Mario Lemieux, and Wayne Gretzky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">McDavid&#8217;s exceptional performance exemplified his importance to the Oilers, who remain in contention for the Pacific Division title. With two games remaining in the regular season, Edmonton has a chance to overtake the Vancouver Canucks for the division crown if they win both games and the Canucks lose their final two matchups in regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/24hscore.net\/icehockey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hockey live scores<\/a>, Schedule, and Results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sharks @ Oilers 4\/15 | NHL Highlights 2024\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-cTKCOhqiWE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite goals from Danil Gushchin and Fabian Zetterlund, the Sharks were unable to withstand the Oilers&#8217; offensive onslaught, further solidifying their position with the worst record in the NHL this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New York Rangers Clinch Division Title and Presidents&#8217; Trophy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The New York Rangers secured both the Metropolitan Division title and the Presidents&#8217; Trophy with a dominant 4-0 victory over the Ottawa Senators. Artemi Panarin played a pivotal role in the Rangers&#8217; success, scoring a crucial goal in the third period and contributing an assist. The win marks the Rangers&#8217; first division title since the 2014-15 season, highlighting their resurgence as a powerhouse in the Eastern Conference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Panarin&#8217;s impressive regular-season performance, capped by a 13-game point streak, underscores his importance to the Rangers&#8217; success. With 49 goals and 71 assists, Panarin played a key role in guiding his team to the top of the standings. Goaltender Igor Shesterkin&#8217;s stellar performance, making 26 saves to secure the shutout, further solidified the Rangers&#8217; dominance on the ice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sharks @ Oilers 4\/15 | NHL Highlights 2024\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-cTKCOhqiWE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New York Islanders Clinch Playoff Berth with Victory Over Devils<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The New York Islanders clinched a playoff berth with a 4-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils, securing third place in the Metropolitan Division. Kyle Palmieri and Brock Nelson led the Islanders&#8217; offensive charge, each contributing a goal and an assist in the crucial win. Despite recording only 19 shots on goal, the Islanders capitalized on their opportunities to secure their spot in the postseason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The victory caps off a successful month for the Islanders, who finished the regular season with a 7-0-1 record in April. While Timo Meier scored for the Devils, it wasn&#8217;t enough to overcome the Islanders&#8217; determined performance, as the Devils concluded their season on a disappointing note with their seventh loss in nine games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Senators @ Rangers 4\/15 | NHL Highlights 2024\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/h1gent83fEo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Detroit Red Wings Keep Playoff Hopes Alive with Overtime Win Against Canadiens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a thrilling overtime victory, the Detroit Red Wings defeated the Montreal Canadiens 5-4, keeping their playoff hopes alive in the Eastern Conference. Lucas Raymond emerged as the hero for the Red Wings, scoring the game-winning goal with just 24.4 seconds remaining in overtime. J.T. Compher&#8217;s two goals and Shayne Gostisbehere&#8217;s three assists were instrumental in Detroit&#8217;s comeback from a 4-1 deficit, showcasing the team&#8217;s resilience and determination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Islanders @ Devils 4\/15 | NHL Highlights 2024\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VHLvD1Lrfl8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite Brendan Gallagher&#8217;s two goals for the Canadiens, Detroit&#8217;s spirited performance propelled them to victory in the opener of a home-and-home series to close out the regular season. 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