NHL names Tuukka Rask January's Third Star

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The NHL announced today that Tuukka Rask has been named January's Third Star of the Month.

After a start of the season that was certainly un-Tuukka-like, Rask has brought his A-game,, having only one regulation loss for the entire month of January. In 11 games, Rask has a 1.64 goals against average, letting in only 18 goals and making 336 saves. His save percentage to close out the month was .949. To date, Rask has a 22-11-7 record, including two shutouts - most recently against the New York Rangers on January 15.

Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin and New York Islanders John Tavares were named first and second Stars of the Month.


Via NHL Bruins