Zach Hyman of the Oilers beats Crosby and Ovechkin for incredible playoff record

Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman has outscored legends Sidney Crosby and Alexander Ovechkin to set a new record for most goals in a single postseason run in the salary cap era.

Since transitioning from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Oilers, Hyman's performance has skyrocketed. Previously capping at 21 goals in a season with the Maple Leafs, he stunned fans by netting 54 goals across 80 games this season. :

Hyman's prowess this season didn't just surpass his personal bests; he also edged out former linemate Auston Matthews by tallying a combined total of 70 goals in both the regular season and playoffs, one more than Matthews. Spittin'

Apart from his on-ice achievements, Hyman's financial acumen is evident in his contract—a seven-year deal worth $38.5 million, maintaining a cap hit of just $5.5 million. This contract is often cited as one of the most cost-effective in the league considering his output, a sentiment echoed by Frank Seravalli's tweet: https://x.com/frank_seravalli/status/1804521592883413099.

As Hyman ages, his gameplay continues to improve. This season's impressive run has reinvigorated the Oilers, propelling them into a dramatic push for the Stanley Cup finals, which will culminate in a thrilling Game 7.

This year has been nothing short of a fairy tale for the Oilers, with Hyman's historic goal-scoring spree at the heart of their success. As the team gears up for Game 7, all eyes will be on Hyman to see if he can continue his record-breaking form and lead the Oilers to a storied victory in the Stanley Cup finals.