Connor McDavid orchestrated a decisive 6-1 victory for the Edmonton Oilers against the Vancouver Canucks, securing second place in the Pacific Division and home-ice advantage for the playoffs. Rookie Matthew Savoie netted his first career hat trick, while McDavid recorded four assists.
Josh Samanski, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, and Colton Dach also scored for Edmonton. The Oilers finished the regular season strong, going 7-2-2 in their final 11 games. Goaltender Connor Ingram made 11 saves for the win.
The Canucks' lone goal came from Ty Mueller, his first career score. Veteran forward Zach Hyman returned for the Oilers, and Leon Draisaitl is expected back for the playoffs.
McDavid concluded the regular season with 138 points, capturing his sixth Art Ross Trophy. Defenseman Evan Bouchard contributed three assists, capping a season where he led all defensemen with 95 points.