Nikishin was recognized as the second star of the day in the NHL

Russian defender of the Carolina Hurricanes Alexander Nikishin was recognized as the second star of the day in the National Hockey League.

On Saturday night, Carolina beat the Toronto Maple Leafs in overtime with a score of 4:3. Nikishin scored the winning goal.

The first star was Colorado Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon, who provided three assists in a 4-1 away loss to the Chicago Blackhawks. Washington Capitals goalkeeper Logan Thompson was recognized as the third star, who blocked 30 shots in a 2-1 home win against the New Jersey Devils.

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