Others are taking notice as well.
Slovakia defenseman Erik Cernak, who plays for the Tampa Bay Lightning, has been impressed with Dvorsky’s game, including his skill in the face-off circle.
“Overall, his game is great,” Cernak said. “He’s playing in St. Louis and eventually he’s going to get more minutes and be an even better player.”
Team Canada defenseman and Blues teammate Colton Parayko said he has been sneaking peeks of the Slovakia games while he has been here.
“He’s a guy who prepares the right way,” Parayko said. “He’s always ready to play. I’m just happy to see him doing extremely well. Great for him, happy for him, and looking forward to more success for him.”
Success is what it is all about for Dvorsky, who wants to parlay what he has learned in Milan to the NHL season when he returns to St. Louis.
That is down the road. For now, Dvorsky has two more Olympic games to consider.
“I have more confidence and, when I get back, I will be motivated to help my team,” Dvorsky said. “But, right now, I am here and we have important games in front of us and I focus on this. When this is over, my focus will shift back to St. Louis.”
