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Russian leader of the sniper race included in the number of stars of the week in the NHL

The top three players of the week were Brady Tkachuk from Florida, Connor McDavid from Edmonton and Cyril Caprizov from Minnesota

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Russian leader of the sniper race included in the number of stars of the week in the NHL

Kirill Kaprizov, who heads the list of the best snipers of the season in the NHL, was recognized as the third star of the last game week, according to the tournament website.

The Russian forward of the club “Minnesota Wild” in four matches scored four goals and three times assisted partners. Kaprizov became the first player in the history of the club, the fastest in the league to reach the mark of ten goals per season.

First place on the list of best players was taken by Florida Panthers forward Brady Tkachuk, who has six goals and four assists in four games (including two hat tricks).

The second star of the week was named Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid - he scored 10 points (3+7) in three games.

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