I distinctly remember two breakout performances last season. In one game early in the season, oft-scratched Mike Hoffman put up a goal and an assist against the Blue Jackets. From that point on, he was permanently in the lineup. About a month later, Erik Condra, another frequent scratch, put up a goal and had two goals disallowed against the Blues. That cemented his place in the lineup.
I can't help but wonder if tonight's game will do the same for Shane Prince. Two goals and an assist while on the fourth line is no small feat.