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.
Alex Ovechkin admits that he feels lost at right wing. (CSNWashington.com)
Here’s a nice companion piece for what it might feel like for Ovechkin and Marian Gaborik to switch wing positions. (Backhand Shelf)
The original owner of the San Jose Sharks, George Gund III, passed away at the age of 75. (CSNBayArea.com)
Cam Charron thinks that the Vancouver Canucks could find a spot for both Scott Gomez and Wade Redden. (Canucks Army)
Gus Katsaros studies how the shortened 1994-95 season affected goalies. Can we learn something from that campaign? (Rotoworld)
Could Beau Bennett make an impact with the Pittsburgh Penguins? (Sporting News NHL)
The schedule makers smiled upon the New York Rangers this season. (On the Forecheck)
A very agreeable list of players who could bounce back from below average statistical seasons. (TSN)
The Toronto Maple Leafs have high expectations for Jay McClement‘s ability to play the “stopper” role. (The Globe & Mail)
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“Corey has been great for us all year, all playoffs.”
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It boils down to mistakes of all kinds.
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What a difference one goal makes.
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Leddy benched, not hurt, as Chicago rolled five defensemen
Jun 20, 2013, 12:37 AM EDT
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He played less than three minutes in Game 4.
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“If he sees the puck, he’s going to be almost impossible to beat.”
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His middle name isn’t “Game Over.” We checked.
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It’s now 2-2 after an exciting 6-5 thriller.
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The Bruins won’t give up.
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Video: Bruins, Hawks combine for five goals in 11 minutes during wild second period
Jun 19, 2013, 10:19 PM EDT
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… And there were plenty of other close calls.
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Vancouver Canucks would appreciate the cap space.
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Michal Handzus scores first, Rich Peverley ties it.
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The money part has been settled, according to Sportsnet’s Chris Johnston.
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In case you were worrying about another late scratch.
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The Swede wasn’t getting benched during playoff games, for one.
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Tough timing for free agent Mason Raymond.
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37-year-old ‘tender ready to call it a career.
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Nonis says compliance buyout a ‘distinct possibility’ for Leafs
Jun 19, 2013, 5:19 PM EDT
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That’s a picture of Mike Komisarek.
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Pittsburgh’s Dan Bylsma considered to be a favorite for the position.
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Apparently Glen Sather and Mike Gillis don’t see the game evolving the same way
Jun 19, 2013, 4:44 PM EDT
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Which could be why they end up swapping coaches.
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NHL to implement hybrid icing next season if trial period goes well
Jun 19, 2013, 3:20 PM EDT
The players’ union and Board of Governors will vote near the end of the exhibition campaign.
