Does it look as if I need help?- Columbus routs Detroit 8-2
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Bill Jempty | Sunday, March 8, 2009 |
Left Winger Rick Nash scored an unusual hat trick. From AP-
The Columbus Blue Jackets gave their playoff hopes a boost — and set a couple of team records, too.
Rick Nash had his fourth career hat trick — his second against Detroit this season and third overall against the Red Wings — in Columbus’ 8-2 victory Saturday night.
R.J. Umberger also scored two goals, Jason Williams had a goal and an assist, Raffi Torres and Andrew Murray also scored, and Steve Mason made 44 saves for Columbus, fighting to make the playoffs for the first time in franchise history.
Rookie Goalie Steve Mason and Rick Nash are the stars in Columbus these days. Nash, who’s been a top scorer in the NHL since 2003-04, finally looks like he has a worthy supporting cast.
What was unusual about the hat trick?
Nash completed his hat trick with 7:44 left for his 31st goal. All three goals were unassisted.
I can’t ever recall watching a game where the same player scored three unassisted goals. It would have been nice if Associated Press would have reported the last time this happened.
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