Oilers Extend Win Streak, Tie for Pacific Division Lead

Edmonton defeats Chicago Blackhawks to move into first place tie in the Pacific Division.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 5:22am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the movement and action of an NHL hockey game, with players and the puck rendered as fragmented, overlapping shapes in a bold color palette.The Oilers' dynamic offense and stifling defense have them surging towards the top of the Pacific Division standings.Chicago Today

The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 on Monday night, extending their winning streak to five games and moving into a tie for first place in the Pacific Division. Oilers superstar Connor McDavid extended his point streak to six games with a goal and an assist in the victory.

Why it matters

The Oilers' strong run of form has them firmly in playoff position, while the loss officially eliminates the Blackhawks from postseason contention. This result is crucial for Edmonton's hopes of winning the division and securing home-ice advantage in the playoffs.

The details

The Oilers jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first period and never looked back, getting goals from Zach Hyman, Leon Draisaitl, and McDavid. The Blackhawks tried to mount a comeback in the third period, but Edmonton's defense held firm. McDavid's point streak now stands at six games, during which he has recorded 3 goals and 6 assists.

  • The game was played on Monday, April 3, 2026.

The players

Connor McDavid

The superstar captain of the Edmonton Oilers, who is currently on a six-game point streak.

Zach Hyman

An Oilers forward who scored a goal in the first period.

Leon Draisaitl

An Oilers forward who also scored a goal in the first period.

Chicago Blackhawks

The NHL team that was defeated by the Oilers, officially eliminating them from playoff contention.

Edmonton Oilers

The NHL team that extended their winning streak to five games and moved into a tie for first place in the Pacific Division.

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What they’re saying

“We're playing some really good hockey right now and it's showing in the results. We just need to keep this momentum going.”

— Connor McDavid, Oilers Captain

What’s next

The Oilers will look to extend their winning streak further when they host the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday, April 5th.

The takeaway

The Oilers' hot streak has them firmly in the playoff picture, while the Blackhawks' disappointing season has come to an end. Edmonton's ability to maintain this level of play will be crucial as they push for the division title and home-ice advantage in the playoffs.