First, Happy Thanksgiving to all Americans. Enjoy the day whilst the rest of the world go to work.
Back to a full program in the NHL last night with 13 games played, and for the joy of fans, after the last few days of dominant goaltending it was literally raining goals last night.
And it was an emotional night in Florida, as the Philadelphia Flyers visited the Tampa Bay Lightning with Bolts legend Vinny Lecavalier and another former Bolts favourite in Steve Downie on the team.
FIRST STAR
Evgeni Malkin - PITTSBURGH PENGUINS vs Toronto Maple Leafs
Another two goal, one assist performance here. Malkin's effort came as the Pens fought back from 4-1 and 5-3 down to beat the Leafs 6-5 in a shootout. His assist and 2nd goal were the Pens 4th and 5th goals. He also scored the game sealing goal in the shootout.
SECOND STAR
Victor Hedman - TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING vs Philadelphia Flyers
Hedman had a point on each of Tampa's first three goals, scorer of the 1st & 3rd, plus an assist on the 2nd.
Here's his first goal. Ray Emery and goalie's everywhere, watch with caution. This may cause harm to your health.
THIRD STAR
Patrick Kane - CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS vs Calgary Flames
Kane played the hero with the game winner on a clever backhand shot. He scored the first Blackhawks goal in what turned out to be a two goal night for him.
Honourable Mentions
Tomas Tatar did this.....
Sean Monahan continues to impress and had a nice goal on a wrist shot.......
Brendan Gallagher is now one goal short of hitting double digits for the 2nd consecutive season. This ripper on the PP, the number one PP on the road, was his 9th of the campaign....
Brad Richards scored a long range goal for the Rangers on Tim Thomas.....
MY PICKS
3-2 for me last night. Pittsburgh, St Louis and San Jose with the wins.
NOTE: Yesterday's "The Night Ahead" will be the last one for the foreseeable future. Unless somebody else would like to write it everyday.
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