Karlsson shines in Senators’ season opener October 13, 2016

Erik Karlsson was in midseason form last night, as the Ottawa Senators pulled out a 5-4, overtime win over the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Swedish star was a force on both sides of the ice in the contest. Offensively, he registered a goal, two assists and a game-high eight shots on net, while defensively he blocked three shots and finished the game with a +3 rating. The All-star defenseman also led all skaters in ice-time with 27:36.

For more on Karlsson and last night’s game, keep reading the ottawacitizen.com story here.