The Anaheim Ducks Solve Oilers' Connor McDavid – For Now

If anyone placed a bet on Connor McDavid going without a point in the first two games of the playoffs, they probably cashed in large after Wednesday night.

McDavid was a minus-2 in the Edmonton Oilers' 6-4 loss to the Anaheim Ducks in Game 2. He has no points through two games despite averaging more than 24 minutes a night.

With the Oilers and Ducks series now even as it shifts to Southern California, the Ducks have found ways to frustrate No. 97.

McDavid Fighting Something As Oilers Drop Game 2 To Ducks

Connor McDavid is struggling, battling the puck and not looking like his typical dominant self. Meanwhile, coach Knoblauch remains tight-lipped about anything that might be bugging his captain.

In Games 1 and 2, even with his lack of points, McDavid has seven shots so far.

While his efforts haven't turned into production, Ducks forward Alex Killorn said it's still not easy to limit his chances, but he is proud of his team being able to play well in their own end against him.

"I mean listen: he's a great player. He's getting lots of oppourtunities," Killorn said. "He's still such a good player, and he's providing a lot for them, but I don't know, we're just playing good defense."

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This story was originally published April 23, 2026 at 9:13 AM.