The Edmonton Oilers skated to a high-scoring 6-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins in a thrilling NHL matchup on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. The game featured a standout goaltending performance from Edmonton's Tristan Jarry and a historic milestone from star forward Leon Draisaitl.
Jarry Stands Tall in Goalie Duel
The contest turned into a notable duel between the pipes, with Edmonton's Tristan Jarry ultimately getting the better of Pittsburgh's Stuart Skinner. Jarry was credited with several crucial saves throughout the game, while Skinner allowed a debatable goal to Mat Savoie in the second period when the score was still close. The statistical breakdown of high-danger chances favoured Edmonton, with the Oilers generating 20 Grade-A shots to Pittsburgh's 14, including a six to two advantage in the most dangerous scoring opportunities.
Historic Night for Draisaitl
The game will be remembered as the night Leon Draisaitl recorded the 1000th point of his NHL career, all earned with the Edmonton Oilers. Draisaitl was a dominant force on the ice, contributing four assists in the winning effort. His historic point came on a precise pass to Connor McDavid during the sequence leading to Zach Hyman's opening power-play goal. Draisaitl's overall play earned him a top player grade for the game.
McDavid Leads the Offensive Charge
Captain Connor McDavid was equally spectacular, driving the Oilers' offense with two goals and two assists. His highlight-reel moment was a breathtaking breakaway rush where he weaved through four Penguins defenders before deking and scoring on a backhand shot to make it 2-0. McDavid continued to threaten, hitting a post and later sealing the game with an empty-net goal for the 6-3 margin. He finished the game with a significant positive impact on scoring chances.
Other key contributors included Zach Hyman, who opened the scoring, and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. The Oilers' victory was built on capitalizing on their premium scoring chances and receiving timely saves from Jarry to hold off the Penguins' attack in Pittsburgh's PPG Paints Arena.
