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Veteran defenseman John Carlson’s historic hat trick fuels the Ducks’ decisive victory over their division rivals.Anaheim Today
John Carlson, a 17-year NHL veteran defenseman, scored his first career hat trick to lead the Anaheim Ducks to a 6-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday. The win snapped the Ducks’ 6-game losing streak.
Why it matters
Carlson’s offensive breakout is a rare bright spot for the struggling Ducks, who have been mired in a prolonged slump. The Ducks-Sharks rivalry is one of the fiercest in the Pacific Division, making this a significant win for Anaheim.
The details
Carlson scored three goals, the first hat trick of his 17-year NHL career. His offensive explosion powered the Ducks to a convincing 6-1 victory over their division rival Sharks.
The game took place on Thursday, April 10, 2026.
The players
John Carlson
A 17-year NHL veteran defenseman for the Anaheim Ducks.
Anaheim Ducks
A professional ice hockey team based in Anaheim, California and a member of the Pacific Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL).
San Jose Sharks
A professional ice hockey team based in San Jose, California and a member of the Pacific Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL).
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The takeaway
Carlson’s historic hat trick performance provides a much-needed boost for the struggling Ducks, who will look to build on this win and get their season back on track against their division rivals.