Pavel Mintyukov Records Gordie Howe Hat Trick in Victory

Pavel Mintyukov registered a unique Gordie Howe hat trick—adding an extra goal to boot—in Thursday's 5-4 win against the Edmonton Oilers. The 22-year-old defenseman scored two goals on four shots, dished an assist, logged five penalty minutes, and finished plus-2. The explosive offensive performance doubled his season point total. Playing in a third-pairing role, Mintyukov now has two goals, four assists, and 23 blocked shots in 12 games.