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