Avalanche's Landeskog makes light of struggles as Gostisbehere excels
Philadelphia Flyers rookie defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere has opened a lot of eyes during his impressive point streak - including those of Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog.
The Flyers' official Twitter account showed its appreciation of Gostisbehere's run of good fortune 10 days ago, prompting a fan to note that the 22-year-old Floridian plays with the same sticks as Landeskog.
Welcome to the record books, @s_ghost14! #NJDvsPHI pic.twitter.com/HzAYzx9qIW
— Philadelphia Flyers (@NHLFlyers) February 13, 2016
Landeskog, who has been having pronounced scoring troubles, had a bit of fun at his own expense with his response.
@Taavettikeijo @s_ghost14 glad to see they're working for somebody
— Gabriel Landeskog (@GabeLandeskog92) February 15, 2016
Gostisbehere will carry his 15-game point streak (five goals, 13 assists) into Tuesday's tilt as the Flyers (26-21-11) visit the Metropolitan Division-rival Carolina Hurricanes (27-23-10).
Did You Know: Shayne Gostisbehere (@s_ghost14) of the @NHLFlyers (via @EliasSports)... pic.twitter.com/mFW4D5AeZH
— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) February 21, 2016
A third-round pick of the 2012 draft, Gostisbehere has collected 12 goals and 22 assists in just 40 games this season. Gostisbehere leads all rookie defensemen in points - with St. Louis Blues' blue-liner Colton Parayko (26 in 59 games) the closest on the list.
As for Landeskog, well, he's still searching for his first goal since Feb. 2. Give the 23-year-old Swede credit, however - he's got a good attitude about it.
