"The All-Star Game can serve as a reminder that not all things are created equal between the NHL and fantasy hockey. While there aren't many serious objections about the players named to this week's All-Star rosters, there is certainly a few differences to be found if you consider who would make the team in fantasy leagues.

We were clear in the midseason awards that draft position had a lot to do with selecting the first-half fantasy MVP, so the same logic would apply to the fantasy All-Star team. In the spirit of a celebratory week for the NHL, here are some of the top selections fantasy owners would likely make for the 2012 All-Star Game in Ottawa.

Just like the NHL names its teams after key players now, this All-Star team will be called "Team Lupul." If you recall, Joffrey Lupul was the fantasy MVP we named in last week's column for his incredible value versus draft position. "