Connor McMichael has tantalized with his talent over the last few years but never found consistency night in and night out. Now, playing on the left wing and skating with Pierre-Luc Dubois and Tom Wilson, McMichael is turning into a star as head coach Spencer Carbery guides the way.
McMichael's first tally against the Avalanche came 7:48 into the first period to give the Capitals a 2-1 lead. Finding an open spot on the ice, the 23-year-old forward took a brilliant feed from Wilson and one-timed a shot from the top of the circles past goaltender Justus Annunen.
His second goal exemplified creativity as he unintentionally deflected the puck off his chin to regain control and then backhanded the puck past Annunen for a stunning highlight-reel goal.
The young forward is currently tied for second in the NHL in goals with 12, leading league outright in five-on-five goals, showcasing his emerging star power.
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