Connor McDavid is just one point away from hitting a major career milestone: 1,000 NHL points. The Edmonton Oilers captain had three points against the Vancouver Canucks on Saturd

McDavid, who is now back on a point-per-game pace with 13 in 13 after what was an allegedly slow start to his season, was nothing short of brilliant in recording eight shots on goal, three assists and a highlight-reel backhand goal against the Islanders.

Admit it, Edmonton Oilers fans, sometimes you take it for granted. You promised you wouldn’t. You know you shouldn’t. But sometimes your mind wanders and you lose perspective on what you’re actually witnessing here.