Despite two goals from Connor McDavid, Oilers fall to Panthers
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The host Florida Panthers overcame two goals by Edmonton superstar Connor McDavid, defeating the Oilers, 5-3, on Monday night in Sunrise.
McDavid, who has led the NHL in points five times, now has six goals and nine assists this season.
Panthers defenseman Niko Mikkola -- quite improbably -- matched McDavid's two goals. Prior to this game, Mikkola had only scored six goals