San Jose Sharks Earn First Win
The San Jose Sharks ended two weeks of frustration with a thrilling 6-5 win over the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden.
Macklin Celebrini recorded his second career NHL hat trick and matched a career-high with five points, including a key assist on the overtime winner.
- Will Smith scored at the 1:37 mark of overtime to give his team the win.
- Smith finished with two goals and two assists, matching a career-high of four points.
"I just wanted to stay on the puck,"
said Celebrini, who stole the puck from defensemen Braden Schneider and fed Smith with a cross-ice pass for a one-timer that beat goalie Igor Shesterkin.
The Sharks (1-4-2) will continue their road trip on Friday against the New Jersey Devils.
Author's summary: Sharks win first game.