Leon Draisaitl hits 400th career goal as Oilers star reaches milestone in 2025-26

Leon Draisaitl became the 11th player in NHL history to reach 400 career goals on 18 June 2026, delivering a signature moment in the Edmonton Oilers’ 2025-26 campaign.

What happened?

Draisaitl buried a backhand past the Calgary Flames’ Jacob Markström late in the third period on 18 June 2026, his 400th career goal. The tally came in a 5-3 Oilers win at Rogers Place, sealing the milestone in front of a raucous home crowd. It was Draisaitl’s 15th goal of the playoffs, pushing Edmonton closer to the Stanley Cup Final.

Why it matters for Leon Draisaitl

The 30-year-old German forward joins an exclusive club alongside legends like Jaromír Jágr and Alex Ovechkin. Draisaitl’s 400 goals rank him 11th all-time, and he did it in 782 games-faster than all but three players ahead of him. His playoff surge in 2026 has also silenced critics questioning his postseason impact after a slow start.

How he got there

Draisaitl’s path to 400 goals started in 2014-15 with the Oilers, a season where he scored 21 times. He’s since averaged 35 goals per year, including back-to-back 50-goal seasons in 2018-19 and 2021-22. His shot-blazing and accurate-remains his trademark, but his playmaking has elevated too. And his chemistry with Connor McDavid has redefined Edmonton’s top line for nearly a decade.

What comes next?

With 400 goals in hand, Draisaitl eyes the Stanley Cup. The Oilers advanced to the second round in 2026, where they face the Vancouver Canucks. If Edmonton wins, Draisaitl could add to his playoff résumé, which already includes a 2020 Art Ross Trophy. His next chase? 500 goals-and a second Cup ring.