Erik Karlsson is reaching new heights.
With an assist in Saturday's game in Boston, the Ottawa Senators defenseman recorded his 82nd point of the season, ensuring he'll finish 2015-16 with at least a point-per-game average for the first time in his career.
Karlsson has appeared in all 82 games, matching a feat that hasn't been achieved in 20 years.
82 in 82 for Karlsson. Last time a defenseman played in 82 games and averaged at least 1 PPG was in 95-96. (Brian Leetch and Ray Bourque)
— Graham Creech (@creecher1200) April 9, 2016
He also became only the second defenseman in NHL history to lead his team in points in three consecutive seasons.
The reigning Norris Trophy winner leads the entire NHL in assists with 66. If that holds, he'll be the fourth defenseman in league history to finish atop the leaderboard in helpers.
