Mavrik Bourque Achieves First NHL Hat Trick!

The NHL witnessed a star in the making on April 14, 2026, as Mavrik Bourque etched his name into the league’s history books. The young forward recorded his first-ever NHL hat trick in a thrilling game between the Dallas Stars and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Bourque’s performance included back-to-back goals in the second period and the crucial go-ahead goal in the third, solidifying a memorable night for both him and hockey fans.

Key Highlights from Around the NHL (Week of April 6th, 2026)

Beyond Bourque’s incredible feat, the week of April 6th, 2026, delivered a plethora of exciting moments across the NHL. Here’s a recap of some of the top plays and performances:

• DAL@TOR: Robertson showcased his scoring prowess with a beautiful wrist shot, adding his 45th goal of the season.
• NYR@FLA: Reinhardt secured a late lead for his team in the third period.
• DET@TBL: Point and Kucherov led the Tampa Bay Lightning to a hard-fought overtime victory.
• MIN@STL: Buchnevich reached a significant milestone, scoring his 200th career NHL goal.
• CAR@PHI: Ehlers capitalized on a power play opportunity, firing a goal from a sharp angle.
• OTT@NJD: Hischier clinched the overtime winner with a power-play goal.
• PIT@WSH: Alex Ovechkin delivered a captivating performance in what was potentially his final home game of the 2025-26 regular season.
• VGK@COL: Eichel secured the Vegas Golden Knights’ playoff berth with an overtime winner.
• VAN@ANA: DeBrusk assisted Rossi for the overtime-winning goal on the power play, while Boeser scored a shorthanded goal on a breakaway. Douglas also scored his first NHL goal.
• MTL@NYI: Suzuki reached 100 points on the season, and the Canadiens scored three goals in under a minute.
• UTA@CGY: Coronato opened the scoring with a skillful wrap-around goal.
• BOS@CBJ: Kastelic scored the go-ahead goal in the third period.

The week also included touching moments like the honoring of longtime Ducks radio voice, Steve Carroll, before his final broadcast. These moments, combined with the high-octane action on the ice, demonstrate the passion and excitement that define the NHL.

Watch the Week in Review: NHL.com provides a comprehensive recap of all the action.

Mavrik Bourque’s hat trick is undoubtedly a highlight, but the broader picture reveals a week filled with compelling narratives and exceptional performances. As the playoffs approach, the NHL continues to deliver unforgettable moments for fans worldwide.