Connor McDavid posts three assists in Oilers win over Canucks

Fantasy hockey: McDavid's three-assist night is the sort of line his elite recent averages already account for, making him a hold in all formats.

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · November 8, 2026 · Updated November 8, 2026

Connor McDavid recorded three assists and three shots in 25:15 of ice time as the Oilers defeated the Canucks 4-2 on Saturday, November 7. The center finished plus-1 with one blocked shot in the win.

The performance fits squarely within McDavid's recent averages of 1.64 points per game and 3.5 shots per game. His underlying play grades 91 out of 100 among forwards in shots, scoring chances and ice time, a read on how sustainable his scoring is.

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Connor McDavid

McDavid's three-point night reflects the elite production already baked into his recent averages of 0.48 goals and 1.16 assists per game. He also contributes 0.59 power-play points per game from the first unit. He averages 23:13 a night with 3:29 on the power play, ranking fifth among all Oilers skaters in power-play ice time.

The center's process grade of 91 out of 100 among forwards points to sustainable scoring built on volume and quality opportunities. Edmonton has two games left this week on Mon and Wed, then four games next week. His 25:15 ice time against Vancouver exceeds his already high average of 23:13.

What to do

• Keep McDavid active in all formats as his three-assist performance is consistent with his elite recent averages.

• Take advantage of the Oilers playing Mon and Wed this week, then four games next week.

• Treat McDavid as a set-and-forget option in fantasy lineups regardless of matchup.

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