There are many reasons why hockey fans love Vladimir Tarasenko.

For starters, he's one of the best players in the NHL, but also has a ton of sportsmanship, which he's displayed multiple times this season.

When it comes to taking the time to meet fans and make their day, Tarasenko is awesome at that, too.

The Blues superstar is also a father, which many fans can relate to, and ahead of an elimination game Friday night against the Predators, he shared an adorable moment with his son.

There's nothing better than that.  As important as the game is, it's all about family at the end of the day, and Tarasenko knows that all too well.

Before every game that his son is at, Tarasenko takes a moment during warmups to say hi to him.

All Tarasenko has to do now is help deliver a win to keep St. Louis' season going.

 

 

@tarasenko.yana Π’ΠΈΠ³Ρ€πŸ―πŸ˜‚

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(H/T: NHL)