A look at a hot start for the top line’s third wheel
4 – Consecutive games with an assist for Tom Wilson, a new career long (previously three games, accomplished twice, most recently December 20-23, 2019).
Wilson, whose six even-strength assists are tied for the League lead, has increased his points-per-game rate every year he’s been in the NHL, and if his start to 2021-22 is any indication, that trend is going to continue.