Pavel Buчnevich Achieves Historic First in NHL Playoffs as First Russian Scorer of a Hat Trick This Season
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Pavel Buchnevich, the 30-year-old Russian sensation from the "St. Louis Blues," shone brightly during their recent crushing victory over the "Winnipeg Jets" (7:2). He chalked up three goals and an assist, demonstrating his prowess on the ice. Current standings show the series score at 2:1, favoring the "Jets."
Notably, Buchnevich has made history as the first Russian hockey player to claim a hat-trick in the ongoing Stanley Cup playoffs. His teammates, Alexander Ovechkin and Kirill Kaprizov, have managed only two goals per game up until now.
Moreover, Buchnevich's quickfire scoring in the first period is worth mentioning. In just 3 minutes and 11 seconds, he netted two goals, creating a formidable start for his team. Yet, it's crucial to note that the sources do not specify a "fastest double" (two goals in quick succession) during 21st-century NHL playoff games.
The series between "St. Louis" and "Winnipeg" will continue on April 27, with the game taking place at the "Blues' home arena. The "Winnipeg Jets" are tipped as favorites by bookmakers, boasting an impressive 8 victories from their last 10 meetings with "St. Louis."
👇 Check out further insights:
- Alexander Ovechkin's climb to fifth place among Russian NHL playoff scorers
- Draisaitl weighs in on Edmonton's consecutive losses to Los Angeles in the series
- Nichushkin ties Zubov and ranks as the 14th Russian goal-scorer in NHL playoffs
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[1] Fastest goals in NHL history - https://www.nhl.com/page/fastest-goals[2] Longest games in NHL History - https://www.nhl.com/page/longest-games[3] Ovechkin moves to fifth on the list of Russian NHL playoff scorers - https://www.cbssports.com/nhl/news/alexander-ovechkin-moves-to-fifth-on-the-list-of-russian-nhl-playoff-scorers-48015877/
- Despite Pavel Buchnevich's impressive performance against the Winnipeg Jets, bookmakers predict a victory for the Jets in their upcoming game against the St. Louis Blues.
- Interestingly, Pavel Buchnevich's swift scoring in the first period, netting two goals in just 3 minutes and 11 seconds, has yet to be officially recognized as the fastest double in 21st-century NHL playoff games.
- Alexander Ovechkin, another Russian player, is climbing the ranks among NHL playoff scorers, currently holding the fifth position.
- In a separate series, the Edmonton team's consecutive losses to Los Angeles have been a notable talking point, with Leon Draisaitl offering insights into their struggles.
