US EditionConnor McDavid Calls $41,000,000 Oilers Teammate a "Swiss Army Knife" After All-Round Contribution in Dominant Game 3 Win
- Connor McDavid praised teammate Ryan Nugent-Hopkins as a "Swiss Army Knife" after Edmonton Oilers' 6-1 win in Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference final on Sunday at Rogers Place.
- The Oilers relied on Nugent-Hopkins' versatility and consistent contributions, with coach Kris Knoblauch calling him a flexible player vital to the team's success.
- Nugent-Hopkins, Edmonton's longest-serving player, registered three assists including passes leading to early goals by Evan Bouchard and Connor McDavid, helping build a commanding lead.
- Nugent-Hopkins accumulated seven points through the first three games, tying for the third-highest total in conference finals over 30 years, while the team's goalie made 33 saves despite a close match.
- The win boosts the Oilers' position in the best-of-seven series, with Nugent-Hopkins emphasizing the team's long journey ahead and the special energy from the home crowd.
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St Catharines Standard
‘Swiss Army Knife’ Nugent-Hopkins once again shining for Oilers in post-season
EDMONTON - Ryan Nugent-Hopkins collected the puck, moved into the offensive zone and put a pass on a platter for Evan Bouchard to blast home the Oilers' opening goal Sunday.
Prince George Citizen
'Swiss Army Knife' Nugent-Hopkins once again shining for Oilers in post-season
EDMONTON — Ryan Nugent-Hopkins collected the puck, moved into the offensive zone and put a pass on a platter for Evan Bouchard to blast home the Oilers' opening goal Sunday.
McDavid Calls Teammate “Swiss Army Knife”
In the Western Conference Final’s pivotal Game 3, the Edmonton Oilers put on a clinic, besting the Dallas Stars 6-1 and staking a 2-1 series lead. At the heart of this triumph was a multifaceted performance from Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, whose contributions had Connor McDavid singing his praises. Nugent-Hopkins, who’s become the Oilers’ go-to guy for all occasions, added three assists to his playoff tally. Connor McDavid, always quick to acknowledge …
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