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The Seattle Sounders rotated their lineup and secured a 5-2 victory over Sporting Kansas City, with Danny Musovski scoring a hat trick and Snyder Brunell making his first MLS start, demonstrating the team's depth and attacking prowess ahead of their upcoming Leagues Cup semifinal.
Lionel Messi made history in MLS by becoming the first player with four consecutive multi-goal games, scoring twice to lead Inter Miami to a 2-1 victory over New England Revolution, and extending his goal streak to five games with 14 goals this season.
Alex Ovechkin scored his 861st NHL goal, securing a 3-2 victory for the Washington Capitals over the Nashville Predators and extending his goal-scoring streak. At 39, Ovechkin is just six goals away from breaking Jaromir Jagr's record for most career game-winning goals and 34 away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal record. His recent performance includes six goals in five games, and he continues to impress as one of the greatest goal scorers in NHL history.
Auston Matthews fell short in his quest for 70 goals in a season as he was denied by Tampa Bay Lightning's rookie goalie Matt Tomkins in the Toronto Maple Leafs' 6-4 loss. Despite his consecutive scoreless games, Matthews remains focused on the team's success as they head into the playoffs against the Boston Bruins.
Auston Matthews' historic goal-scoring season, with 66 goals, ranks among the top 10 and arguably top five goal-scoring seasons in NHL history. Adjusting for era and situational scoring, Matthews' performance places him third in the modern era, surpassing Alex Ovechkin's 2007-08 season. While not the best of the salary-cap era, Matthews' dominance, particularly in even-strength scoring, has been legendary, with only Steven Stamkos' 2011-12 season surpassing it.
Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs scored his 65th goal of the season, becoming the 13th player in NHL history to achieve this feat and the first since Alex Ovechkin 16 years ago. With 102 points on the season, Matthews is on track for a third Rocket Richard Trophy. He needs five goals in the remaining five games to reach 70, a milestone only achieved by eight players in NHL history. The Leafs may consider resting him for the playoffs, but Matthews' pursuit of 70 goals could impact that decision.
The Detroit Red Wings suffered a 4-0 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, extending their road trip skid to 0-2-1 and raising concerns about their playoff hopes and future. Despite close scoring chances, the Red Wings struggled to find the back of the net, with only three goals in their last three games. The team's defensive struggles, goaltending, and the performance of their blue line are all posing questions about their ability to compete in the playoffs and beyond.
Alex Ovechkin scored his 842nd and 843rd career goals in the Washington Capitals' 5-2 win over the Calgary Flames, becoming the first player to achieve 19 consecutive 20-goal seasons from the start of his career. Ovechkin's 842nd goal marked his 128th game-winner, and he now trails Wayne Gretzky by 51 goals for the NHL's all-time goals record. Additionally, Ovechkin has scored on 174 different goaltenders in his career, and his 170 multi-goal games rank second only to Wayne Gretzky.
Alex Ovechkin scored his 20th and 21st goals of the season, marking his 19th consecutive 20-goal campaign and joining Gordie Howe and Brendan Shanahan as the only players in NHL history to achieve this feat. Ovechkin is now 51 goals away from tying Wayne Gretzky's all-time record and has scored against 174 different goalies, with a relatively clean bill of health contributing to his impressive streak surviving shortened seasons due to lockouts and the pandemic.
The Seattle Sounders played their first home game of the regular season against Austin FC, honoring club legend Ozzie Alonso, but could only manage a 0-0 draw despite dominating play with 23 shots to Austin's two. The team's struggle to convert chances into goals continues, with injuries adding to their woes. Head Coach Brian Schmetzer emphasized the need for improved goal scoring, especially against teams they should be beating. Josh Atencio was highlighted as the standout performer in the match.
Erling Haaland scores five goals in Manchester City's 6-2 FA Cup win over Luton Town, signaling his return to form after a foot injury, and expressing readiness to attack. His partnership with Kevin De Bruyne shines as City eyes a treble of trophies, with an unbeaten streak of 18 games and a strong position in the Premier League and Champions League.
Sidney Crosby's creativity and ability to score goals in various ways have made him a dangerous goal scorer, with his recent goal against the Seattle Kraken showcasing his skill. Despite being 36, Crosby is on pace for a second 50-goal season and could potentially join the NHL's exclusive 700 Goals Club. His coach and teammates praise his creativity and scoring abilities, emphasizing that his greatness as a goal scorer requires consistent appreciation.
Chris Kreider solidified his place among the legends of the New York Rangers by surpassing Adam Graves for third on the franchise's all-time goal-scoring list. Kreider's redirect goal in a 5-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks marked his 281st career goal, and he also reached his 500th career point in the game. With his impressive goal-scoring ability and dedication to his craft, Kreider's No. 20 jersey hanging from the rafters at Madison Square Garden seems like a foregone conclusion.
Steven Stamkos of the Tampa Bay Lightning scored four goals in a 7-4 win against the Edmonton Oilers, marking the first time in his career that he achieved this feat. Despite goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy's impressive 53-save performance, Stamkos' impact on the game was significant. With these goals, Stamkos now has 30 points in 28 games this season. His performance highlights his importance to the Lightning's success, as they continue to fight for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.
Winnipeg Jets forward Kyle Connor is reportedly out long-term after suffering a knee injury in a collision with Anaheim Ducks' Ryan Strome. Connor will undergo an MRI to determine the extent of the injury, but an optimistic timeline suggests he could be sidelined for six to eight weeks. With Connor being the team's top goal-scorer, his absence will be a significant blow to the Jets, who will need to rely on other players to generate scoring. The injury may also prompt the Jets to seek additional goal-scoring options through trades.