A player’s first NHL goal is always a memorable one, but for Nashville Predators rookie Ozzy Wiesblatt, the accomplishment was extra special.

The 23-year-old fired his first NHL goal home against the Calgary Flames — his hometown team — and afterwards, pointed to the sky during his celebration in tribute to his brother, who passed away this year.

“It’s a relief for me,” Wiesblatt said to reporters post-game. “I thought about pointing to the sky for my brother for a while now, and just a cool feeling. Obviously, that one’s for him.”

The goal happened late in the second period as captain Roman Josi skated down the wing with the puck. As he approached the crease, he sent a pass over to Wiesblatt, who shot it past goaltender Devin Cooley as he was driving the net.

Wiesblatt, who was select

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