Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid hasn't been at his best in the Oilers last stretch of games, and NHL insider Elliotte Friedman is suggesting a reason why.

Connor McDavid scored the winning goal in Canada's 3-2 overtime victory against the United States in the championship game of the 4 Nations Face-Off on Feb. 20, 2025. Although the round-robin tournament was merely just a midseason exhibition,

Connor McDavid is, in the eyes of almost any hockey fan, the best player in the world. The Oilers’ forward, who has dominated the league for years, is truly in a class of his own. We’ve notably seen him at the 4 Nations Confrontation: he’s the one who stood up to score the golden goal

McDavid played a key role in Team Canada's 4 Nation's Face-Off victory and showcased the elite skills that have earned him millions in the NHL.