Brock Nelson hadn’t thought much about the possibility of making the All-Star Game for the first time before the announcement was made on Thursday.
Whether it still can be called a quiet transformation or not, Nelson has risen to become one of the NHL’s best two-way centers. Even as his shot percentage has regressed to 12.8 percent after a career-high 21.6 percent mark last season, he’s putting up career-high assist numbers.
“It’s awesome,” Dobson said. “Really happy for him. I think he’s been a guy that’s deserving. I think he’s flown under the radar a little bit, especially the last couple years. It’s a great honor for him. I’m sure he’s really excited for him and his family. We’re all really happy for him.” Barzal, heading into the game against the Flams on Friday night, had 41 points in 40 games and was on pace to match his career-high in goals. Dobson is averaging 20:49 a night, might match his 51-point total from last season and has turned into a much more reliable player in his own end. If Pelech hadn’t suffered a head injury a month ago, he might also be in the mix — and there have certainly been nights since in which the effects of his absence have been obvious.
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