Mattias Ekholm Having Career Best Season
Mattias Ekholm has set one career high - and tied another.
Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports - Mattias Ekholm Having Career Best SeasonEDMONTON -- The Mattias Ekholm trade will go down in infamy for being the best trade Ken Holland made for the Edmonton Oilers.
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His defensive play has helped stabilize the Oilers blue line - which has allowed youngster Evan Bouchard to wheel and deal freely. But it's also had a similar affect on Ekholm.
Against the Vegas Golden Knights he potted his 11th goal - beating his previous career high of 10 goals. He reached the 10-goal mark only once before. That was back in 2017-18 for the Nashville Predators.
Along with those 11 goals Ekholm has 33 assists. That total of 44 points has him officially tie his career high - which he set back in 2018-19. Back then he spent 59% of his ice time paired with P.K Subban. He tallied 15 of his 44 points during that time with Subban.
The 33-year-old Swedish defender has two years left on his contract after this season. His leadership combined with his two-way prowess have been an incredible addition for the Oilers.
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