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VIDEO: Blue Jackets' Nick Foligno records hat trick in comeback win vs. Penguins

Russell LaBounty-USA TODAY Sports / Reuters

Saturday was the cherry on top for Nick Foligno's career-year.

The Columbus Blue Jackets forward recorded his first career hat trick and 30th goal of the season in a 5-3 win over the struggling Pittsburgh Penguins. The Penguins led the game 2-0, but couldn't hang on to the lead. 

The win set a Blue Jackets franchise record with their ninth straight win. 

Foligno has 30 goals and 70 points in 75 games, both career-bests.

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