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Once again, Michael Matheson with an unlikely assist

Tampa Bay Lightning v Florida Panthers

SUNRISE, FL - NOVEMBER 07: Michael Matheson #19 of the Florida Panthers warms up during a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at BB&T Center on November 7, 2016 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

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It’s possible that a substantial chunk of hockey fans are unaware of Michael Matheson, but the Florida Panthers defenseman might not be anonymous to fanatics much longer.

Earlier this season, Matheson made a hit and great feed for the kind of goal that would make video game players grumble about “how that never happens.”

He blew some minds again on Tuesday, sending a pass from behind the net (and between his legs) to Kyle Rau for a goal against the Montreal Canadiens:

Nicely done.

This game presents multiple examples of players showing bewildering skill in the blink of an eye, as you can also see from this impressive Max Pacioretty goal:

Hot take: Patches can still score.