Published on Mar. 3, 2026

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Shakir Mukhamadullin scored the game-winning goal on a slap shot midway through the third period as the San Jose Sharks defeated the visiting Edmonton Oilers 5-4 on Saturday, ending a five-game losing streak.

Why it matters

The Sharks had been struggling with a five-game losing skid, so this win helps them get back on track and halt their slide in the standings. The Oilers, led by NHL scoring leader Connor McDavid, have been one of the top teams in the league this season, so this is an important win for the Sharks against a tough opponent.

The details

Michael Misa had a goal and an assist, and 12 different players recorded points for the Sharks. McDavid had three assists for the Oilers, while Evan Bouchard had a goal and two assists. The game featured a back-and-forth scoring affair, with the Sharks jumping out to a 3-1 lead in the first period before the Oilers tied it in the second and third periods. Mukhamadullin’s game-winning goal in the third period ultimately sealed the victory for San Jose.

The game was played on Saturday, March 1, 2026.The Sharks had been on a five-game losing streak prior to this game.Mukhamadullin scored the game-winning goal midway through the third period.
The players

Shakir Mukhamadullin

The Sharks player who scored the game-winning goal in the third period.

Connor McDavid

The Oilers’ star player and the NHL’s leading scorer, who had three assists in the game.

Evan Bouchard

The Oilers defenseman who had a goal and two assists in the game.

Macklin Celebrini

The Sharks player who opened the scoring in the first period.

Yaroslav Askarov

The Sharks goaltender who made 20 saves in the game.

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What they’re saying

“This was a big win for us to end that losing streak. The guys really battled hard and we were able to come out on top against a tough opponent.”

— Shakir Mukhamadullin, Sharks player

“We had our chances, but couldn’t quite get over the hump. Credit to the Sharks, they played a strong game and found a way to win it.”

— Connor McDavid, Oilers player

What’s next

The Sharks will look to build on this win and continue climbing in the standings, while the Oilers will aim to bounce back in their next game.

The takeaway

This was an important win for the Sharks to halt their losing streak and pick up two crucial points against a top team in the Oilers. The back-and-forth nature of the game showcased the offensive firepower of both teams, with several players stepping up to contribute to the scoring.