Shootout
Jan 24, 2015; Columbus, OH, USA; Team Toews defenseman Mark Giordano (5) of the Calgary Flames shoots against Team Foligno goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury (29) of the Pittsburgh Penguins in the shootout in the 2015 NHL All Star Game skills competition at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports
In the final competition, the teams went three rounds of round robin shootout. Every player participated in this event. They basically got to attempt as many shootout-style shots as they could in two minutes.
Results: Team Foligno won in this event as well. They took an early lead, and ended up winning 25 to 19 over Team Toews.
Comments: This portion of the skills competition resembled an actual game at times. Again, there was no checking, but the action was fast. Also the goalies finally got to show off their real skills. Carey Price and Roberto Luongo were especially impressive.
Overall the 2015 NHL All Star Skill Competition allowed fans to see some of the best players in the world show off not just their skills, but their talent. Oh, and I said I was going to be supporting Team Foligno — I chose well.
The All Star Game takes place at 3:00 pm MST.