Penguins Dominate Oilers in 6-2 Victory
In a dazzling display of scoring prowess, the Pittsburgh Penguins triumphed over the Edmonton Oilers with a commanding score of 6-2 Thursday night in Edmonton. Leading the offensive charge, Anthony Mantha netted two goals, while Sidney Crosby contributed with a quick strike, all within a remarkable span of just 37 seconds — setting a record for the fastest three goals in Penguins’ history, and for the Oilers as well.
First Period Highlights
The Penguins wasted no time asserting their dominance, capitalizing on three of their initial four shots on goal. Just 2:20 into the first period, Justin Brazeau executed a clever pass that maneuvered through an Oilers defender, allowing Mantha to deflect it into the net. Shortly after, merely 22 seconds passed before Mantha found himself on a breakaway, netting his second goal. Crosby then followed suit, scoring just 15 seconds later by redirecting a pass in front of the net.
Contributions and Goaltending
Contributions to the Penguins’ victory didn’t stop there, as Evgeni Malkin also tallied a goal along with an assist, while Rickard Rakell and Egor Chinakhov added to the scoreboard. Goaltender Arturs Silovs stood strong, stopping 30 shots and aiding the Penguins in gaining their third consecutive victory, improving their record to 25-14-11, and maintaining a robust 10-2-2 over their previous 14 games.
Oilers’ Struggles
For the Oilers, Jake Walman and Matthew Savoie were the only scorers in the game. Tristan Jarry, playing against his former team, made 16 saves but couldn’t prevent the team from suffering a second straight loss, marking their record at 25-19-8.
Notable Absences
A notable shocker came from superstar Connor McDavid, who was held without a point for the second game in a row—an unusual occurrence for him this season. The last time McDavid went back-to-back games without a score was in February 2025, before the 4 Nations Face-Off.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, the Penguins will travel to Vancouver for their next match on Sunday, while the Oilers are set to host the Washington Capitals on Saturday night.
The night truly belonged to the Penguins as they continued their impressive stretch, demonstrating a formidable presence on the ice that could signal trouble for upcoming opponents.
