By Staff
The Canadian Press
Posted October 17, 2016 11:44 am EST
Updated October 17, 2016 11:47 am EST
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Edmonton captain Connor McDavid, Toronto rookie forward Auston Matthews and Florida goaltender Roberto Luongo have been named the three stars for the opening week of the NHL season.
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McDavid took first-star honours after scoring twice and adding an assist in each of the Oilers‘ first two games.
WATCH BELOW: Connor McDavid speaks to media after scoring two goals and adding one assist in the Edmonton Oilers season opener.
READ MORE: McDavid’s 3 points leads Edmonton Oilers to season opener win over Calgary Flames
Matthews became first player in the modern era to record four goals in his NHL debut in a 5-4 overtime loss to the Ottawa Senators.
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Luongo went 2-0-0 with a 0.98 goals-against average and .957 save percentage to lead the Panthers to a pair of season-opening wins.
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WATCH BELOW: Toronto Maple Leafs rookie centre Auston Matthews became the first player in NHL history to score four goals in their NHL debut.