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Carlson Nets First Hat Trick as Ducks Rout Sharks
10 Apr
Summary
- John Carlson achieved his first NHL hat trick for the Anaheim Ducks.
- The Ducks secured a decisive 6-1 victory against the San Jose Sharks.
- Lukas Dostal provided strong goaltending with 16 saves for Anaheim.
John Carlson achieved a significant career milestone, scoring his first NHL hat trick to lead the Anaheim Ducks to a commanding 6-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday at Honda Center. The defenseman, acquired by the Ducks on March 5, found the net multiple times, showcasing his offensive prowess.
Anaheim established an early lead with goals from Leo Carlsson and Carlson in the first period. Despite a goal from Shakir Mukhamadullin for the Sharks in the third, Carlson completed his hat trick with two more goals, including one on a 5-on-3 power play. Frank Vatrano sealed the 6-1 win with a late goal, while Ducks goaltender Lukas Dostal stopped 16 shots. The win ended a six-game losing streak for the Ducks.
