Rookie centre Christian Dvorak finding NHL form as Coyotes beat Flames 5-0
CALGARY — It’s clear that Christian Dvorak has shaken off the rookie jitters.
Arizona’s centre had two goals and an assist and Mike Smith made 36 saves for his 32nd career shutout as the surging Arizona Coyotes won 5-0 over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
Dvorak’s third multi-point effort in the last five games gives the rookie five goals and seven points over that span.
“The first 20 or 30 games, he’s just happy to be in the league,” said Arizona head coach Dave Tippett. “As he recognizes that he’s capable of playing here and he’s doing things right and he’s not in awe of people anymore. He just goes out there and plays and he’s a really good player.”