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Bouchard Brilliant as Edmonton Oilers Down Washington Capitals 6-5 in OT
- On Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, Connor McDavid scored 46 seconds into overtime to lift the Edmonton Oilers to a 6-5 win over the Washington Capitals in Edmonton.
- Washington got off to a slow start, registering no shot on goal until the final minute of the first period, while Capitals defenceman Rasmus Sandin was hurt blocking a shot and missed the rest of the game.
- On Bouchard's second goal, Leon Draisaitl, Edmonton Oilers forward, registered his 600th regular-season assist, becoming the fourth player in franchise history with 600 assists after McDavid, Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier.
- The goaltending change mattered as Connor Ingram gave up three goals on 12 shots before Tristan Jarry made 13 saves, leaving the Oilers at 26-19-8 and Capitals 25-21-7, with Washington 1-4-0 in last five games.
- The Oilers host the Anaheim Ducks on Monday, while the Capitals visit the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday.
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McDavid scores in OT, Bouchard nets hat trick as Oilers edge Capitals 6-5
Connor McDavid scored 46 seconds into overtime, Evan Bouchard had his first NHL hat trick and three assists, and the Edmonton Oilers held on for a 6-5 win over the Washington Capitals.
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Bouchard brilliant as Edmonton Oilers down Washington Capitals 6-5 in OT
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Bouchard in on everything as Oilers rebound with OT win: ‘That’s his level’
Evan Bouchard led the Edmonton Oilers to a thrilling 6-5 overtime victory against the Washington Capitals, scoring a hat trick and assisting on three other goals. His performance marked a landmark 400th NHL game, showcasing his elite talent as he ranks among the league's top-scoring defensemen. Connor McDavid, despite a stellar five-point night, praised Bouchard’s exceptional game, noting that his calm demeanor under pressure sets him apart in t…
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