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Connor McDavid: Quick Facts

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Jarry makes 24 saves in the Oilers' 4-0 victory over the Flames • Oct. 28, 2026, 11:52 PM ET (AP)
McDavid scores twice and has 3 assists in the Oilers' 6-5 shootout victory over the Hurricanes • Oct. 23, 2026, 12:20 AM ET (AP)

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Born January 13, 1997 (age 29) • Canada

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