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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Connor McDavid's wife, Lauren Kyle McDavid's reaction turns heads after Oilers' Game 5 victory over Stars
The Edmonton Oilers swept the Dallas Stars in five games to reach the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, led by Connor McDavid's brilliance. Off the ice, Connor's wife, Lauren Kyle McDavid, surprised fans with a simple two-word reaction to the win. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Her understated response quickly sparked widespread buzz, capturing attention beyond the game itself. Connor McDavid's wife's two-word reaction after Oilers win While Connor McDavid's skill and leadership on the ice are unquestionable, assisting on crucial goals and racking up an impressive 26 points through 16 playoff games, the spotlight has unexpectedly shifted to Lauren McDavid's brief but loaded social media post. After the Oilers' decisive 6-3 win in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final, Lauren shared a video celebrating with friends, captioning it simply: 'Finals baby!!!!' At first glance, it seems like a standard expression of joy. But given the pressures and the constant public gaze on McDavid and his family, some have read this as more than just celebration, perhaps a pointed reminder of the Oilers' return to the big stage after years of falling short. Others wonder if the simplicity masks a deeper narrative: the balancing act Lauren juggles between supporting her superstar husband and managing her ambitious business venture, the upcoming 'Bar Trove' opening in downtown Edmonton on June 6, coinciding with Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final. With the Oilers gearing up to face the reigning champions, the Florida Panthers, Lauren's succinct message might also signal readiness, not just for the playoffs, but for the broader life challenges and triumphs ahead. She's been largely behind the scenes, focused on her project, yet her presence on social media confirms she's an active participant in this high-stakes journey. Connor McDavid's performance in the playoffs has been nothing short of spectacular. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now His assist on Corey Perry's opening goal and a clutch goal in the second period of Game 5 showed why he's a three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner and five-time Art Ross Trophy winner. Also Read: As the Oilers prepare for a Stanley Cup 2025 showdown against Florida, all eyes will be on McDavid. But perhaps even more intriguing will be watching how Lauren Kyle McDavid continues to blend celebration, business, and support into this defining season. Sometimes, the smallest words say the loudest things.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Connor McDavid becomes the second-fastest player in NHL history to achieve 100 playoff assists
Connor McDavid Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid recently made the headlines, becoming the second-fastest NHL player in history to achieve 100 playoff assists. The star only trails behind Wayne Gretzky, who set the record with only 70 games. On the other hand, it took McDavid 90 games to reach 100 career playoff assists. McDavid and Gretzky are fellow Oilers. Connor McDavid makes history after reaching 100 playoff assists in 90 games Earlier on Thursday, Connor McDavid reached 100 playoff assists. Additionally, he was also the second-fastest person to achieve the same in 90 games. Connor McDavid reached the mark in Game 5 between the Dallas Stars and the Edmonton Oilers . The first goal of the game marked the 100th assist. The next fastest being Doug Gilmour, who achieved 100 playoff assists in 125 games. Other than Wayne Gretzky, Connor McDavid and Doug Gilmour, there are a total of 25 players in the history of the NHL who have hit the 100-assist mark. Some of the players include Adam Oates and Mark Messier, who achieved the same with 126 games. Additionally, Paul Coffey and Jari Kurri achieved the feat with 129 games. Some other players on the list include Sidney Crosby , Nikita Kucherov and Evgeni Malkin. This year in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, McDavid has scored a total of 5 goals, 19 assists for 24 points in a total of 15 games. On the other hand, last season he had scored a total of 8 goals, 34 assists for 42 points in a total of 25 games. Also Read: Edmonton Oilers bracing for impact: Connor McDavid leads charge in Game 5 against Dallas Stars In addition to his recent accolades, he is also a four-time NHL First Team All-Star and a five-time winner of the Art Ross Trophy. Additionally, he has won the Ted Lindsay Award four times and the Hart Memorial Trophy three times. After the fellow Oilers captain Wayne Gretzky, he is the second and only other player to have unanimously won the Hart Memorial Trophy for the league's most valuable player.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Capitals deny Alex Ovechkin retirement report, say email claiming it was his final season was a mistake
The Washington Capitals are in damage-control mode after an email suggested the 2025-26 season would be Alex Ovechkin's final year in the NHL. The Capitals quickly denied that report, saying Ovechkin has not made a decision on his future. Reports emerged Thursday claiming the Capitals sent out an email that referred to the 2025-26 season as "Alex Ovechkin's FINAL NHL SEASON." That entire statement was highlighted in red, with the final three words appearing in all-caps in the email. The Hockey News reached out to the team, which said those reports were not accurate. The team then issued a statement of its own, confirming an email was sent out, but saying Ovechkin's plans are undecided at this point in the offseason. No decision has been made on Alex Ovechkin's future following the 2025-26 NHL season. An email was sent from an individual with the corporate sales department that mistakenly alluded to next year being Alex Ovechkin's final year. — Capitals PR (@CapitalsPR) May 29, 2025 The team said the email came from "an individual with the corporate sales department," but did not provide any additional details on why it was sent or how many people received it. An Ovechkin retirement announcement wouldn't come as a major surprise for a number of reasons. While he's still playing at a high level, Ovechkin is 39. He's already played 20 seasons in the NHL — all of which with the Capitals — and is nearing the end of his playing days. There's also a strong argument that retiring after the 2025-26 season is the right move. It will mark the final year of the five-year, $47.5 million extension Ovechkin signed with the Capitals in 2021. The completion of that contract could mark a natural stopping point for Ovechkin. While there are reasons to believe next year will be Ovechkin's final year in the NHL, he is apparently not ready to make that call just yet. Either that, or a Capitals employee ruined Ovechkin's announcement by sending out an email too soon. Whenever Ovechkin calls it a career, he'll leave the game as one of the greatest players of all time. Ovechkin is a 12-time All-Star, nine-time Maurice Richard Trophy winner, three-time Ted Lindsay Trophy winner, three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner and the 2017-18 Conn Smythe Trophy winner. He also led the Capitals to a Stanley Cup championship during the 2017-18 NHL season and surpassed Wayne Gretzky to set the NHL's all-time goal-scoring record last season. The Hockey Hall of Fame is undoubtedly in Ovechkin's future once he hangs up his skates. While he and the Capitals weren't ready to make an announcement on that front Thursday, it probably won't be long before Ovechkin is ready to call it a career.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Capitals deny Alex Ovechkin retirement report, say email claiming it was his final season was a mistake
The Washington Capitals are in damage-control mode after an email suggested the 2025-26 season would be Alex Ovechkin's final year in the NHL. The Capitals quickly denied that report, saying Ovechkin has not made a decision on his future. Reports emerged Thursday claiming the Capitals sent out an email that referred to the 2025-26 season as "Alex Ovechkin's FINAL NHL SEASON." That entire statement was highlighted in red, with the final three words appearing in all-caps in the email. Advertisement The Hockey News reached out to the team, which said those reports were not accurate. The team then issued a statement of its own, confirming an email was sent out, but saying Ovechkin's plans are undecided at this point in the offseason. The team said the email came from "an individual with the corporate sales department," but did not provide any additional details on why it was sent or how many people received it. An Ovechkin retirement announcement wouldn't come as a major surprise for a number of reasons. While he's still playing at a high level, Ovechkin is 39. He's already played 20 seasons in the NHL — all of which with the Capitals — and is nearing the end of his playing days. Advertisement There's also a strong argument that retiring after the 2025-26 season is the right move. It will mark the final year of the five-year, $47.5 million extension Ovechkin signed with the Capitals in 2021. The completion of that contract could mark a natural stopping point for Ovechkin. While there are reasons to believe next year will be Ovechkin's final year in the NHL, he is apparently not ready to make that call just yet. Either that, or a Capitals employee ruined Ovechkin's announcement by sending out an email too soon. Whenever Ovechkin calls it a career, he'll leave the game as one of the greatest players of all-time. Ovechkin is a 12-time All-Star, nine-time Maurice Richard Trophy winner, three-time Ted Lindsay Trophy winner, three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner and the 2017-18 Conn Smythe Trophy winner. He also led the Capitals to a Stanley Cup championship during the 2017-18 NHL season and surpassed Wayne Gretzky to set the NHL's all-time goal-scoring record last season. The Hockey Hall of Fame is undoubtedly in Ovechkin's future once he hangs up his skates. While he and the Capitals weren't ready to make an announcement on that front Thursday, it probably won't be long before Ovechkin is ready to call it a career.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Capitals deny Alex Ovechkin retirement report, say email claiming it was his final season was a mistake
The Washington Capitals are in damage-control mode after an email suggested the 2025-26 season would be Alex Ovechkin's final year in the NHL. The Capitals quickly denied that report, saying Ovechkin has not made a decision on his future. Reports emerged Thursday claiming the Capitals sent out an email that referred to the 2025-26 season as "Alex Ovechkin's FINAL NHL SEASON." That entire statement was highlighted in red, with the final three words appearing in all-caps in the email. The Hockey News reached out to the team, which said those reports were not accurate. The team then issued a statement of its own, confirming an email was sent out, but saying Ovechkin's plans are undecided at this point in the offseason. No decision has been made on Alex Ovechkin's future following the 2025-26 NHL season. An email was sent from an individual with the corporate sales department that mistakenly alluded to next year being Alex Ovechkin's final year. — Capitals PR (@CapitalsPR) May 29, 2025 The team said the email came from "an individual with the corporate sales department," but did not provide any additional details on why it was sent or how many people received it. An Ovechkin retirement announcement wouldn't come as a major surprise for a number of reasons. While he's still playing at a high level, Ovechkin is 39. He's already played 20 seasons in the NHL — all of which with the Capitals — and is nearing the end of his playing days. There's also a strong argument that retiring after the 2025-26 season is the right move. It will mark the final year of the five-year, $47.5 million extension Ovechkin signed with the Capitals in 2021. The completion of that contract could mark a natural stopping point for Ovechkin. While there are reasons to believe next year will be Ovechkin's final year in the NHL, he is apparently not ready to make that call just yet. Either that, or a Capitals employee ruined Ovechkin's announcement by sending out an email too soon. Whenever Ovechkin calls it a career, he'll leave the game as one of the greatest players of all-time. Ovechkin is a 12-time All-Star, nine-time Maurice Richard Trophy winner, three-time Ted Lindsay Trophy winner, three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner and the 2017-18 Conn Smythe Trophy winner. He also led the Capitals to a Stanley Cup championship during the 2017-18 NHL season and surpassed Wayne Gretzky to set the NHL's all-time goal-scoring record last season. The Hockey Hall of Fame is undoubtedly in Ovechkin's future once he hangs up his skates. While he and the Capitals weren't ready to make an announcement on that front Thursday, it probably won't be long before Ovechkin is ready to call it a career.
