As of Friday, it has been confirmed by NHL Public Relations that Vegas Golden Knights forward Max Pacioretty will be attending the 2020 NHL All-Star Game.
While he was on the ballad to be voted for Last Man In, he will be attending on a substitution.
Anaheim Ducks forward Jakob Silfverberg has been excused from participation in the All-Star Game as he prepares for the imminent birth of his child, with Max Pacioretty serving as his replacement.
Pacioretty currently leads the Vegas Golden Knights in both points (45) and goals (20.) This will be his first NHL All-Star appearance through his 12 seasons.
#NHLAllStar Update: Jakob Silfverberg of the @AnaheimDucks has been excused from the 2020 Honda NHL All-Star Game because of the imminent birth of his child. He will be replaced by @GoldenKnights forward Max Pacioretty. pic.twitter.com/i6ALVsi5ir— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) January 10, 2020
