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Did That Just Happen?! Capitals Prospect Alexander Suzdalev Scores Insane Between-the-Legs Goal

By Michael Fleetwood·

Screenshot: Regina Pats

The Washington Capitals drafted forward Alexander Suzdalev in the third-round of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, and after attending the team’s Development Camp, signed with the Regina Pats of the Western Hockey League. On Saturday night, the 18-year old showed yet again that the Caps may have made good on their investment.

In the Pats’ contest against the Portland Winterhawks, Suzdalev scored his 23rd goal of the season in mind-boggling fashion:

The 6’1″ Khabarovsk, Russia native has been on an offensive tear since the conclusion of 2022, and was named the WHL Rookie of the Month for December for his performance. He spoke about his goal after the game.

Suzdalev collected 17 points (6G-11A) with the Pats in December, earning points in all but one of his 10 appearances. Suzdalev, who signed his entry-level contract following Development Camp and competes internationally for Sweden, enjoyed six multi-point efforts for Regina this past month, a total which included three-point nights December 4 at Edmonton and December 30 at Prince Albert.

Suzdalev now has 23 Goals and 53 Points in 40 Games Played this season; he ranks second on the Pats in Goals, tied for second in Assists, and second in Points.

By Michael Fleetwood

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