Tue 1/24/12 3:46 AM

Kyle Clifford recorded a Gordie Howe hat trick in Monday's 4-1 win over Ottawa. He posted an assist on game's opening tally by defenseman Willie Mitchell after dropping the gloves with Zenon Konopka early into the match. Clifford completed the feat with his third goal of the year in the second period. He has nine points and 78 PIMs in 50 games. Drew Doughty and Colin Fraser collected two helpers apiece in the victory.