“Face-Off Frenzy: McKenzie and Dalp Lead the Charge as 2025 All-Star Classic Captains”
**AHL Announces Captains for 2025 All-Star Classic**
The American Hockey League (AHL) has announced the captains for the 2025 AHL All-Star Classic, which will take place on February 2-3 in Palm Desert, California. The event is presented by Spotlight 29 Casino and will feature the top young talent from the AHL.
**Captains Selected**
The captains selected for the event are Curtis McKenzie, a forward for the Texas Stars, and Zach Dalp, a forward for the Charlotte Checkers. Both players were chosen for their exceptional leadership and service to their respective teams.
**Curtis McKenzie**
McKenzie, from Golden, British Columbia, has played 12 years as a professional, scoring 186 goals, 279 assists, and 465 points in 612 AHL games. He has played for the Texas Stars, Chicago Wolves, and Utica Comets and has won the Dudley (Red) Garrett Memorial Award as the AHL’s outstanding rookie in 2013-14. McKenzie has also appeared in two Calder Cup finals with the Texas Stars and Chicago Wolves.
**Zach Dalp**
Dalp, from Paris, Ontario, has played 15 years as a professional, totaling 220 goals, 173 assists, and 393 points in 574 AHL games. He has played for the Charlotte Checkers, Cleveland Monsters, Iowa Wild, Rochester Americans, Utica Comets, and Albany Devils. Dalp has served as captain of the Monsters and Checkers teams and has won the Calder Cup with the Panthers in 2023.
**Event Details**
The 2025 AHL All-Star Classic will take place on February 2-3 and will include the AHL All-Star Skills Game presented by Silvercrest on Sunday, followed by the AHL Hall of Fame Induction and Awards presented by Spotlight 29 Casino and Silvercrest on Monday, and the Spotlight 29 Casino Presents 2025 AHL All-Star Challenge that night. For ticket information, fans can visit cvfirebirds.com/allstar.
**FAQ**
Q: Who is the captain of the Texas Stars?
A: Curtis McKenzie is the captain of the Texas Stars.
Q: Who is the captain of the Charlotte Checkers?
A: Zach Dalp is the captain of the Charlotte Checkers.
Q: What is the AHL All-Star Classic?
A: The AHL All-Star Classic is an annual event featuring the top young talent from the American Hockey League.
Q: When is the 2025 AHL All-Star Classic?
A: The 2025 AHL All-Star Classic will take place on February 2-3 in Palm Desert, California.
Q: How can I get tickets to the event?
A: Fans can visit cvfirebirds.com/allstar for ticket information.
**Conclusion**
The 2025 AHL All-Star Classic is an exciting event that showcases the top young talent from the American Hockey League. The selection of Curtis McKenzie and Zach Dalp as captains is a testament to their exceptional leadership and service to their respective teams. With nearly 90 percent of NHL players being AHL graduates, the event promises to be a thrilling display of hockey skill and competition.
