When the NHL takes a break this weekend for the annual Al-Star Game, the Washington Capitals will be represented by two of its best players. Alexander Ovechkin and Braden Holtby are both set to head to LA this weekend to participate in the festivities.
Everything kicks off Saturday with the All-Star Skills Competition.
The best stars in the NHL will participate in six events. From relays to shootouts, to hard shots, all skills of the best hockey players in the world will be on display. The competition will be between teams from the four divisions (Atlantic, Metropolitan, Central, and Pacific), with the winning division being able to choose its opponent for the actual game.