Karlsson scored the game-winning goal and collected a first-period assist while logging 28:44 of ice time during Tuesday's Game 6 win over the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

The Ottawa captain posted consecutive multi-point games to eliminate the Rangers. Karlsson is playing through two hairline fractures in his foot, but with a goal and four assists over the past two contests, it sure doesn't look like it. Avoiding a Game 7 showdown will allow the defenseman extra time to rest and recoup his injury. Karlsson will need to be a game-changer again in the Eastern Conference Finals, which is right in his wheelhouse consider he's already posted 13 points through 12 games during the playoffs.