The NHL regular season has come to a close, and the Stanley Cup Playoffs are about to begin. Seventeen Gophers played at least one game in the NHL this season. Six are still playing and trying to get their name on the cup. Here is a recap of all the Gopher alums in the NHL this season:
Bjugstad missed the beginning of the season after a shoulder injury, but he would play in 54 games with the Florida Panthers this season. Bjugstad ended the season with 14 points (7g, 7a) and one game-winning goal on the season.