McDavid Opens Season at Historic Scoring Pace
Key Questions
Who won the Ted Lindsay Award this year?
Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid won the Ted Lindsay Award for the fifth time. The award recognizes the most outstanding player as voted by NHL peers.
What record did Connor McDavid tie with this win?
McDavid's fifth Ted Lindsay Award ties Wayne Gretzky's NHL record for the most wins of this honor. He also received the Art Ross Trophy.
How was the Ted Lindsay Award presented to McDavid?
The award was given in a surprise presentation on a golf course. This added a personal touch to the milestone announcement.
Connor McDavid has 23 points in eight games, reaching 20 points at his fastest pace in more than 30 years, while Edmonton is 6-1-1. Edmonton's 4-3 overtime win over Minnesota featured three McDavid assists, two Draisaitl goals, and Bouchard's winner.
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Updated Oct 22, 2026