Danault scored his fourth goal of the season in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Kings. He had two shots, two penalty minutes, two blocked shots and hit while winning seven of nine faceoffs in 14:22 of ice time.

EDGE Analysis

Off the fourth line for the first time this season, Danault's season debut at center was a success. Playing two-way hockey and contributing in every phase of the game, he earned the number one star after replacing David Desharnais on the third line. With seven points in 14 games, the Quebec native his miles ahead of his career per-game scoring pace (.24 ppg) and may have a permanent home off the fourth line.