Connor McDavid Makes History as 1st Player Ever Named to 99 Club in EA's NHL Video Game

After once again finishing as the NHL's leading point-scorer in 2025-26, Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid was rewarded with a historic achievement.

EA Sports announced on Monday that McDavid received a 99 overall rating in the upcoming NHL 27, making him the first player ever to be included in the 99 Club in the history of the video game series.

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