McDavid Embraces Another High-Stakes Moment

Connor McDavid vs. Auston Matthews and the stakes of a 4 Nations final that will be part of a legacy
In many ways, the poster children for the return of best-on-best hockey have long been Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews. The No. 1 picks from the 2015 and 2016 NHL drafts, respectively, McDavid and Matthews were teased with a version of it as teammates on the made-up Team North America youth squad at the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.
McDavid back on big stage with Canada at 4 Nations Face-Off final against United States
On Monday, with Canada looking to guarantee a spot in the tournament final with a victory against Finland, it was McDavid again who opened the scoring en route to a 5-3 victory. When it was time to set the tone of the game, the Edmonton Oilers star did exactly that.
4 Nations Face-Off Final: McDavid Embraces Another High-Stakes Moment
For Connor McDavid, the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game against Team USA is more than just another marquee matchup—it’s a bit of a mulligan and preparation for this year’s Stanley Cup Final while showcasing himself on an international stage.
Patience finally pays off for Connor McDavid as 4 Nations provides the stage he has craved
The Edmonton Oilers captain has a long list of NHL accolades, but has not represented Canada in a best-on-best tournament. Until now
Connor McDavid leaning on recent must-win experience ahead of 4 Nation final
Just hours before the 4 Nations Face-Off final between Team Canada and Team USA, Canada forward Connor McDavid spoke with reporters about Thursday’s championship game, the level of competition he’s seen and finally having the opportunity to compete against the best players in the world on the international stage.
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Connor McDavid reflects on Stanley Cup Game 7 before Team Canada vs USA game
Team Canada and USA will play in the 4 Nations Faceoff final tonight, which has prompted Connor McDavid to reflect back on ...
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Oilers’ Connor McDavid says 3-game suspension was ‘harsh’ but admits he ‘can’t have that reaction’
EDMONTON — Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid feels his three ... this season with 117 power-play opportunities. McDavid himself is drawing under a penalty per 60 minutes this season for ...
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Connor McDavid Deserved His NHL Suspension. He Also Deserves More Calls
Stay tuned to see whether Connor McDavid and the Oilers start drawing more power plays when he returns after his suspension against the Seattle Kraken on Jan. 27.
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Do the Edmonton Oilers and Connor McDavid draw enough penalties? Not this season
It goes without saying the team could have used its biggest on-ice presence in Tuesday’s head-to-head against the first-overall Washington Capitals. But McDavid still has two more to go before ...
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Connor McDavid can etch name in Canada lore as USA 4 Nations showdown looms
MONTREAL — Sam Bennett has known Connor McDavid since they were little kids, playing minor hockey as linemates before the age of 10. He was on the other side of McDavid in last year’s Stanley ...
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Connor McDavid, Tyler Myers suspended 3 games for cross-checks
McDavid is fourth in the NHL in scoring with 65 points in 43 games. "Connor plays through a lot. Ironically, he doesn't draw many penalties," said Knoblauch. "He's under the microscope every ...
Connor McDavid Praises Foe-Turned-Teammate After Victory
Given the nature of their rivalry against the Toronto Maple Leafs, it might be strange for Oilers fans to see Mitch Marner ...