Overview
- Sourdif posted three goals and two assists in Washington's 7–4 victory over Anaheim on Monday night.
- Centering a new second line with Connor McMichael and Ryan Leonard, he helped drive four even-strength goals as McMichael recorded four assists and Leonard tallied a goal and an assist.
- The 22-year-old has nine points in his last four games and 14 in his last 22, solidifying his place after beginning the season in a depth role.
- His hat trick was the first by a Capitals rookie since Alex Ovechkin in 2006 and the first by a Black Capitals player since Joel Ward in 2013, and only Greg Theberge had previously logged a five-point night as a Caps rookie.
- A 2020 third-round pick by Florida with just four prior NHL games, he gained responsibility after Pierre‑Luc Dubois was injured and says a switch to a 70‑flex stick has quickened his release.