DeAngelo collects 5 points, ties Rangers' single-game record for defensemen

Tony DeAngelo had a night to remember at Madison Square Garden.

The New York Rangers defenseman tallied five points on the back of his first career hat trick against the New Jersey Devils on Thursday. DeAngelo's big night tied the single-game franchise record by a defenseman for both goals and points, according to Rangers Stats and Info.

All three of DeAngelo's goals in the 6-3 victory came from virtually the same spot on the ice, as the 24-year-old became the first Rangers defenseman to record a regular-season hat trick since Reijo Ruotsalainen in 1982.

His most impressive play came on an assist in the opening period. DeAngelo connected with forward Chris Kreider on a perfect full-ice bank pass for a highlight-reel goal.

DeAngelo now has 11 goals and 36 points - both career highs - through just 43 games this season.