Leon Draisaitl became the first German-born player to reach 1,000 points by recording the first of his four assists Tuesday, lifting the visiting Edmonton Oilers to a 6-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Despite defensive lapses, Tristan Jarry secured the win as Leon Draisaitl hit a major milestone and Connor McDavid dominated offensively.

Leon Draisaitl makes history by recording his 1,000th career point as part of a four-point effort alongside Connor McDavid in a 6-4 victory over the Penguins on Tuesday at PPG Paints Arena

Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl on Tuesday became the first German-born player to reach 1,000 points in his NHL career.

The Edmonton Oilers have spent the first two months of this season frustrating, confusing and occasionally daring people to doubt them. On Tuesday night in Pittsburgh, they reminded everyone why that’s a bad idea.

PITTSBURGH -- Leon Draisaitl surpassed 1,000 NHL points by getting four assists for the Edmonton Oilers, who defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-4 at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday.

There are few forwards in Bakersfield this year who could have a material impact on Edmonton’s postseason. Condors currently on the NHL roster (Max Jones) or on the NHL injury list (Connor Clattenburg) aren’t eligible for the ranking. Here’s a look at the current recall ranking among forwards.