Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid on the verge of breaking record set by two Pittsburgh Penguins legends

Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are the best duo in hockey since Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin in their prime, and their inching closer to making history in another remarkable way.

A few games back against the San Jose Sharks, Draisaitl scored yet another overtime game winner, assisted by Connor McDavid.

Why is this significant, you ask? Both Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl now have 40 total overtime points each, puting them within striking distance of breaking the all-time record for most overtime points in NHL history.

 

Leon Draisaitl or Connor McDavid could break NHL overtime point record

As it stands, Sidney Crosby sits a 46 overtime points, with Evgeni Malkin residing slightly below him with 43 points.

The Edmonton Oilers have been dynamite in extra time this year, so I think it’s pretty safe to say that either Connor McDavid or Leon Draisaitl will be breaking yet another NHL record this season.

According to Liam McCormick of Oilers Daily, Leon Draisaitl in particular is having a special season this year, being the Oilers top goal scorer and driving a dominant second line on his own – while still pairing with McDavid to decide games.

Draisaitl is playing well enough this season to earn some nods for the Hart Trophy and the Selke Trophy this season. Add with that dominant overtime numbers, and it will only help his case.

Regardless, Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid continue to prove to the hockey world their the most dominant 1-2 punch in the game.

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