The 21-year-old Swedish shooting star signed a huge contract this summer, with an average annual salary of 181 million kronor (about $17.2 million) to stay in Anaheim.
The debate over his salary may have been heated, but Carlsson has wasted no time scoring points in the season opener.
Last night, he recorded three assists.
Anaheim and Florida played an even game, which the home team eventually won 3–2 on a goal by Finland’s Mikael Granlund in overtime.
Jacob Markström, now back in Florida’s goal, had a quiet evening, saving 18 of 21 shots.
