Joel Eriksson Ek’s big success last night – became a two-goal scorer in the NHL

Many NHL Swedes were active last night.
And it went best for Joel Eriksson Ek, who struck with two full hits.

Minnesota’s Joel Eriksson Oak was the top scorer when Montréal was defeated 5–2 in the night’s NHL.

Rasmus Dahlins Buffalo also defeated Victor Hedmans Tampa Bay by 3–2. Both Swedes played but scored no goals, Dahlin, on the other hand, is noted for an assist.

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Tampa Bay’s goaltender Jonas Johansson accounted for 28 saves. Johansson was signed as a second goalkeeper but covers for Andrey Vasilevsky who underwent back surgery two weeks ago. Buffalo’s goalie Devon Levy in turn saved 21 shots.

The match was decided in overtime, then Tampa Bay’s Brandon Hagel tied it with seven seconds left in the third period.

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