Getty Images PHT’s Morning Skate takes a look around the world of hockey to see what’s happening and what we’ll be talking about around the NHL world and beyond.
Bovada released its odds for the season and playoffs, including Sidney Crosby being the odds-on favorite for the Hart Trophy and Henrik Lundqvist for the Vezina. (Bovada)
The bad news: Willie Mitchell‘s knee is bad enough to stop him from skating. The good news? Los Angeles Kings GM Dean Lombardi said there aren’t structural issues. (Los Angeles Times’ Helene Elliott)
Joe Thornton is relieved that he won’t need to miss yet another season. (CSNBayArea.com)
Things might not be much better for the Carolina Hurricanes with the new CBA. (Charlotte News & Observer)
Katie Baker discusses her WJC adventures in Russia. (Grantland)
Starting goalies might get a lot of mileage in this shortened season. James Mirtle points out that eight netminders played at least 40 games during the 1994-95 campaign. (The Globe & Mail’s James Mirtle)
This excerpt from Sean Pronger’s book details the wrong day to be hungover – namely when you unexpectedly become Wayne Gretzky’s linemate. (Deadspin)
Blake Wheeler should forward this article about his passing wizardry to his agent. (Arctic Ice Hockey)
Brad Boyes shoots for a bounce-back season with the New York Islanders. (Puck Daddy)
Great expectations for Jakub Voracek. (CSNPhilly.com)
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Coburn might be heading the other way.
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He also loves 2013 NHL Draft prospect Darnell Nurse.
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The coach already had him picked as Plan B if Marian Hossa couldn’t play.
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Blackhawks coach knows his team has to improve in those areas.
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Stemming from his arrest in 2011.
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“I’ve got a nice little scratch mark on my forehead from the claw marks.”
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23-year-old defenseman had six goals in the playoffs.
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Preds stay busy, ink Henderson to two-year, $1.1 million deal
Jun 18, 2013, 4:13 PM EDT
26-year-old made his NHL debut last season.
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Pegula ‘concerned’ about Miller and Vanek, wants to keep them in Buffalo
Jun 18, 2013, 3:26 PM EDT
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But will they stay?
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Could an NHL team one day call it home?
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Sharks, Couture reportedly agree to five-year, $30 million extension
Jun 18, 2013, 3:07 PM EDT
As per TSN’s Bob McKenzie.
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He’s still “day-to-day” with his injury.
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He’s been given permission to seek employment elsewhere.
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“We don’t care about calling certain guys superstars on our team,” said the coach.
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Hey, he did take two weeks off.
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The Isles are one team that’s reportedly interested.
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Former North Dakota standout was a 2009 Panthers draftee.
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The No. 2 overall pick at the 2013 NHL Entry Draft is ready to go.
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Former ‘Hawks assistant takes over the Caps’ minor-league team.
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They’ll suit up for AK Bars Kazan next season.
