The NHL All-Star Game's format did not disappoint in 2016. The Pacific Division won the first All-Star tournament with a 1-0 victory over the Atlantic Division on Sunday in Nashville, earning the $1 million prize.
Pacific Division captain John Scott earned MVP honors thanks to his two-goal performance in the semifinals. It was a tumultuous road to get to Nashville for Scott. After fans voted him to be the captain of the Pacific Division, the Arizona Coyotes traded him to the Montreal Canadiens, who then sent him down to the AHL.
Many thought Scott may be ineligible to captain the Pacific Division as a result of the moves.