Russia (bbabo.net), - New York Rangers Russian forward Artemi Panarin scored the game-winning goal and assisted twice against Florida to become the fourth undrafted player in history to score over 50 points in the first seven seasons in the NHL.

Already in the debut of the meeting, the “Rangers” took the lead after an accurate throw by Miki Zibanejad. But “Florida” was still able to recoup before the break. Anthony DuClair managed to outplay Russian goalkeeper Igor Shesterkin.

After the break, Sam Rinehart put Florida ahead, but Alexis Lafrenier and Chris Kreider were able to turn the tide of the meeting. In the final 20 minutes, Kreider scored a brace, coming out on top in the list of snipers, and Artemy Panarin, who had previously made two assists, put an end to the match - 5:2.

Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin saved 34 of 36 shots.

Panarin, having scored three points, has reached the mark of 52 points scored this season. On account of his 13 goals and 39 assists.

Panarin became only the fourth undrafted player in NHL history to score over 50 points in seven straight seasons in the league. The record belongs to Wayne Gretzky, who broke this mark 15 times in a row.

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