Evgeny Kuznetsov: Named NHL's "first star" of January

Kuznetsov was named the first star of the month of January.

Analysis:

Kuznetsov has emerged as a dominant offensive force this season and continued his torrid pace throughout January, tallying four goals and 16 points in 10 games last month. Leading the NHL in primary assists with 29, the 23-year-old Russian has 15 goals and 49 points with a league-leading plus-24 rating in 47 games this season, making him a must-start in all formats.