Connor McDavid is currently captivating the hockey world with his remarkable point streak, leaving fans and analysts alike wondering just how far he can push this incredible run. As of January 14, 2026, the Edmonton Oilers captain has extended his streak to 20 games.
McDavid's consistency has been a driving force behind the Oilers' recent success. During this 20-game stretch, McDavid has tallied 19 goals and 27 assists, accumulating a total of 46 points. His playmaking ability has been on full display, as evidenced by his league-leading 52 assists this season. McDavid's overall season stats are equally impressive, with 82 points in 47 games.
In the Oilers' recent game against the Nashville Predators, McDavid contributed two assists in a 4-3 overtime loss. Prior to that, he had two assists in a 4-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. His impact extends beyond just scoring, as his puck movement and decision-making have consistently put opponents on their heels.
"I'm not shocked,” said Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard regarding McDavid's streak. "He's been great all season. He's a leader on and off the ice. Obviously, he drives our team". Bouchard's own success, including a two-goal night against the Blackhawks, is a testament to McDavid's ability to elevate the play of those around him.
The current 20-game streak is already an NHL career-high for McDavid. He had three prior 17-game point streaks. Only Wayne Gretzky and Paul Coffey have had longer point streaks in Oilers history. Coffey boasts a 28-game streak, while Gretzky holds the NHL record of 51 games.
The NHL record for the longest point streak belongs to Wayne Gretzky, who achieved a staggering 51-game streak during the 1983-84 season. During that run, Gretzky amassed 61 goals and 92 assists for a total of 153 points. Other notable streaks in NHL history include Mario Lemieux's 46-game streak in 1989-90 and another 39-game streak by Gretzky.
As McDavid chases history, the question remains: how far can he go? He is now two games shy of tying Dany Heatley's 22-game point streak from the 2005-06 season. Given his current form and the Oilers' reliance on his offensive contributions, it's not unreasonable to suggest that he could challenge Coffey's franchise record of 28 games. Whether he can approach Gretzky's 51-game record remains to be seen, but McDavid is undoubtedly putting together a special season that will be remembered for years to come.
McDavid and the Oilers will have a chance to extend the point streak to 21 games when they face the Islanders on Thursday.
