The Washington Capitals are in Edmonton for a pivotal game against the Oilers. Star player Alex Ovechkin looks to edge closer to Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record. However, the Capitals will face the Oilers without Connor McDavid, who is suspended for three games. Ovechkin joked about McDavid's absence, feeling it benefits their chances. Despite McDavid's impressive prior performance against Washington, Ovechkin has also been effective throughout his career against Edmonton. The Oilers have been performing well, recently winning eight of their last ten games, with Leon Draisaitl shining as a key player.
Ovechkin, suspended three times for on-ice disciplinary reasons in his career, was not sympathetic to McDavid's plight. 'Sucks for him. Good for us,' Ovechkin said smiling.
Ovechkin is a point-per-game player against the Oilers in his career, recording 26 points in 24 games against Edmonton. However, he hasn't scored at Rogers Place since October 2019.
McDavid has torched the Capitals in prior meetings, recording 24 points in 14 games. He is currently fifth in the league with 65 points this season.
Leon Draisaitl has scored 30 goals this season and ranks second in the league with 69 points. The Oilers have won eight of their last 10 games.
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