ST. PAUL, Minn. -- In a 6-4 win over the Wild prospects on Friday night, one of the most impactful players for the Blues didn’t crack the scoresheet.

Dylan Peterson, the 23-year-old forward and alternate captain for the weekend, made his presence known all around the ice with a physical brand of hockey that has become his identity in pro hockey. Peterson was heavy on the forecheck, a pest finishing checks and overall nuisance to Minnesota.

Springfield coach Steve Konowalchuk, who was coaching the Blues prospects at the Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase, said Peterson was “a big reason we won the game” vs. Minnesota.

“He played to his identity,” Konowalchuk said. “It’s not about always getting a goal. He’s a guy that can create momentum with hits and forechecking and getting on pucks. He did

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