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

Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid has become the first player in history to receive a 99 overall rating in EA Sports' NHL video game series, earning a spot in the newly created '99 Club' in NHL 27. The achievement was announced by EA Sports on Monday, August 17, 2026, following McDavid's latest season as the NHL's leading point-scorer in 2025-26. This milestone marks a historic first in the long-running EA Sports NHL franchise.