The Laval Rocket will be well-represented at the upcoming AHL All-Star Classic, with three of their standouts-Laurent Dauphin, Adam Engström, and Jacob Fowler-earning spots on the North Division roster. The event is set for February 10 and 11 in Rockford, Illinois, and it’s shaping up to be a showcase of some of the league’s top-tier talent, with Laval’s trio right in the thick of it.
Let’s start with the veteran: Laurent Dauphin. Now in his 12th professional season, Dauphin is having one of the most productive campaigns of his career.
He’s currently second in the entire AHL in scoring, piling up 40 points in just 32 games. That includes 11 goals and a whopping 29 assists-numbers that speak to both his finishing touch and his ability to drive play as a facilitator.
Dauphin’s experience and consistency have been a stabilizing force for the Rocket, and his All-Star nod is more than just a stat-line reward-it’s a recognition of the leadership and poise he brings night in and night out.
Then there’s Adam Engström, who’s making his All-Star debut in just his second season in North America. The 20-year-old defenseman has been turning heads with his offensive instincts and smooth skating.
Through 23 games, he’s already put up six goals and 14 assists-strong numbers for any blueliner, let alone one still adjusting to the pace and physicality of the AHL. Engström’s selection isn’t just about the points, though.
It’s about the way he’s impacting games at both ends of the ice. He’s showing the kind of two-way potential that gets coaches excited and NHL front offices paying close attention.
And while Jacob Fowler is currently up with the Montreal Canadiens, he’s still eligible to participate in the All-Star Classic if he’s returned to Laval during the Olympic break. Fowler’s been one of the most impressive young goaltenders in the AHL this season.
In his first full pro campaign, the 21-year-old ranks fifth in the league with a 2.09 goals-against average and sits sixth in save percentage at .919. That’s elite territory, especially for a rookie.
His calm presence in the crease and ability to make the big save have been critical to Laval’s success this season.
Pascal Vincent, head coach of the Rocket, will also be behind the bench for the North Division squad, thanks to Laval holding the division lead at the All-Star cutoff date. It’s a fitting nod to the job he’s done guiding this group-a team that’s not just winning, but developing talent at a high level.
Three Rocket players and their coach heading to the AHL’s marquee midseason event? That’s not just a nice story-it’s a statement. Laval’s got something brewing, and the rest of the league is taking notice.