It's been a tough climb to All-Star for Rasmus Dahlin after being a No. 1 overall pick

By Mike Harrington News Sports Reporter
Feb 4, 2022
Feb 4, 2022 Updated Mar 12, 2026

Dahlin media day — Rasmus Dahlin talks to Swedish journalists Gunnar Nordstrom, left, and Per Bjurman during All-Star Media Day Friday morning in Las Vegas.
By Mike Harrington News Sports Reporter

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By Mike Harrington News Sports Reporter

LAS VEGAS – The label is hard to overcome. It's your instant identity in the NHL, but it can also be your burden.

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