Oilers’ McDavid records 500th career assist in game vs. Islanders

Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid hit the 500-assist mark for his career with his second helper on Thursday against the New York Islanders.

McDavid’s milestone assist came in the first period on a short-handed goal by Kailer Yamamoto.

McDavid also has 272 goals in 526 games with the Oilers.

The No. 1 overall pick in 2015 is the fifth fastest player in history to reach 500 assists.