Connor McDavid visibly distraught after Oilers lose historic win streak

Last night, the Edmonton Oilers had a chance to make history and tie the all time win streak record against the Vegas Golden Knights, but just lost out by a close score of 3-1. It was an incredibly tight-checking game and the Oilers pushed hard at the end with the net empty, and still came up just short.

Whether it was because of the missed opportunity to make history or simply because the team hadn't lost in so long, some Oilers players like McDavid obviously had a visceral reaction to the loss on the ice. When the got to the dressing room for post-game interview however, the mood was much more calm and reflective of the streak as a whole. When asked about if bounces affected this game and the streak as a whole, McDavid had a mature and professional answer.

Now looking back on the Oilers incredible run of success as a whole and looking forward to the games ahead, McDavid's answer is the exact mentality they need to have. They got some luck, the team has some generational talents, but if they got out and earn their bounces - this is potentially the best team in the league. Tonight against the Ducks, the Oilers will have an opportunity to get right back in the win column after the all star break.