Lindgren, Thompson, Nylander named NHL’s three stars of the week

NEW YORK — Washington Capitals goaltender Charlie Lindgren, Buffalo Sabres centre Tage Thompson and Toronto Maple Leafs right-winger William Nylander have been named the NHL’s three stars of the week.

Lindgren led the NHL with four wins and 111 saves while posting a 1.50 goals-against average and .949 save percentage last week.

The 28-year-old Lindgren, who signed with Washington during the off-season, has appeared in 12 games this season. He has a 6-3-2 record with a 2.79 GAA and .910 save percentage.

Thompson shared the league lead with five goals and seven points in three games. His five goals came in a 9-4 victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Wednesday.