Justin Sourdif Achieves Four Milestones, Scores Twice Against Rangers
Rookie Justin Sourdif made headlines in the Washington Capitals’ recent 6-3 victory over the New York Rangers. He scored twice, marking four significant milestones in his NHL career.
Milestones Achieved by Justin Sourdif
- First career power-play goal
- First career power-play point
- First career empty-net goal
- First career multi-goal game
Scoring Breakdown
Sourdif’s first goal came 11 minutes and 12 seconds into the second period. He took advantage of a deflected pass from veteran Alex Ovechkin, scoring from just six feet away. This marked his return to scoring after a 16-game drought, with his last goal being on November 22 against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
His second goal, an empty-netter, arrived with just 49 seconds left in the game. After receiving a pass from teammate Tom Wilson, who chose to assist his younger counterpart instead of pursuing a hat trick, Sourdif fired a snapshot from 17 feet, solidifying the Capitals’ lead.
Statistical Highlights
Throughout the game, Sourdif demonstrated effective performance metrics:
- Two goals scored
- Two shots on goal
- Four shot attempts
- Four individual scoring chances
- Three individual high-danger chances
- Three hits
- One blocked shot
When Sourdif was on the ice at five-on-five, the Capitals controlled 65.7% of shot attempts and 51.6% of expected goals. They also secured 65% of scoring chances and 54.6% of high-danger chances, showcasing Sourdif’s impact on the game.
Future Outlook
Sourdif expressed excitement about his achievements, stating that scoring multiple goals boosts his confidence. As the Capitals prepare to face Ottawa, he is determined to help his team continue their positive momentum into the New Year.
