Patrik Carlsson completed his hat trick when he in the second period put 3-1 to his Frölunda.
But the away team got up.
Växjö picked up the disadvantage through Joel Persson who slammed in 3-2 from the blue line and Olle Lycksell who with his 3-3 goal which meant his third point for the match.
- It's nice to have a good start.
We knew it would be tough, but we play really well.
If we can continue to feed, it will continue to pay off, says Patrik Carlsson to C More.
Video review decided
In overtime, Frölunda got up and won the match 4-3.
Jan Murzak set the decisive goal, with his skate.
The case was videotaped, but the judge ruled that it was not a kicking move.
- I think it is a clear saving movement.
We'll check it out so we know what's right.
It is quite clear, says Växjö's coach Sam Hallam.
The next meeting will be in Växjö at Vida Arena on Sunday.
Clip: Patrik Carlsson completes his hat trick
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Patrik Carlsson, Frölunda, hat trickster against Växjö Photo: Bildbyrån