In the face of criticism, some praise of Edmonton Oilers' elder statesman

Connor McDavid scored four goals for the Edmonton Oilers against the New York Islanders on Tuesday night .

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had a strong game in his own right back at home on the first line with McDavid and Hyman.

Coach Kris Knoblauch was quick to credit RNH 's play on Draisaitl ’s powerplay goal that opened the scoring.

RNH has been off his game offensively with just 1-6-7 through 16 games.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has fourteenth consecutive season as an Edmonton Oilman .

RNH , Draisaitl , Darnell Nurse and Connor McDavid are among the youngest players on the current team.

Viktor Arvidsson is questionable for Thursday ’s game against Nashville .

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