Matvei Michkov scored a hat trick, including a highlight-reel Michigan (lacrosse-style) goal, in a charity exhibition game in Russia.
This happened at the annual “Match of the Year” charity hockey game in Russia (Saint Petersburg/SKA Arena), a fun NHL-KHL all-star style event hosted by Artemi Panarin and Mikhail Sergachev. It featured stars like Alex Ovechkin and raised money for those with cerebral palsy. Michkov played for Team Sergachev in a high-scoring 10-9 shootout win.
Key Highlights:
- Hat Trick: He lit it up with three goals in the charity matchup.
- Michigan Goal: Michkov pulled off a slick lacrosse-style tuck (scooping the puck behind the net onto his stick blade and finishing it) to cap the show.
This is exciting for Flyers fans, especially after his strong NHL rookie/early seasons and recovery from last year’s car accident. It’s not an official game, but it shows his skill and flair—many are hoping for a regular-season Michigan soon.
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