Rick Tocchet had high praise for Victor Soderstrom after the 19-year-old's first NHL game.
"I don't think the moment was too big for him," Tocchet said.
Soderstrom was elated in summation Saturday of his milestone moment Friday night.
"It felt good," Soderstrom said. "It was fun to play. You know, you've been waiting for this your whole life. So, finally to get it done was for sure special. I called my parents and girlfriend and friends back home right away after the game, and they were all happy about me. So, I was super excited."
Soderstrom's Special Night
19-year-old defenseman matches the moment
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