Player grades: Nuge the OT hero as Edmonton Oilers steal out of Utah with 2 points

The Edmonton Oilers pulled off a thrilling overtime win against [Utah team] last night, with Ryan Nugent-Hopkins delivering the game-winning goal to secure two vital points. Despite a rocky performance, the Oilers found a way to edge out their opponents in a high-stakes contest. Here’s a breakdown of how the team fared:

Player Grades

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (A+)
The overtime hero shone brightest, displaying poise under pressure to net the decisive goal. His leadership and clutch performance proved invaluable.

Connor McDavid (A)
McDavid was dynamic as ever, contributing a goal and an assist while creating opportunities throughout the game.

Leon Draisaitl (B+)
Solid performance from Draisaitl, who played a key role in puck possession but fell just short of his usual dominance.

Stuart Skinner (B)
The Oilers’ goalie made several crucial saves but had shaky moments, allowing the game to extend into overtime.

Evan Bouchard (C+)
A mixed night for the defenseman, who contributed offensively but struggled defensively at times.

The Oilers showed resilience, grinding out a win despite not being at their best. With two points in hand, they’ll aim to build momentum heading into their next matchup.