Russian goalkeeper “New York Islanders” Ilya Sorokin was recognized as the second star of the game of the day in the National Hockey League (NHL).
The 27-year-old goalie saved 44 of 46 shots in a 4-2 NHL game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Sorokin was named the second star of the match.
The first star of the day was Boston Bruins’ Czech forward David Pastrnak, who scored a goal in the game against the Ottawa Senators (3:1).
Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck was named the third star of the day with 50 saves in a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers. The goalkeeper was the first star of the match.
Ted Leonsis, former owner of Washington Capitals saidWhat distinguishes Russian team captain Alexander Ovechkin from other players.
The 37-year-old Russian player has recorded 32 goals and 22 assists in 54 games this season. Ovechkin has scored 812 goals in his NHL career and is second on the all-time top scorer list.