This just in: Canadian hockey teams make a lot of money. Florida, Tampa Bay, Columbus, Carolina and Phoenix, on the other hand, do not. [Puck Daddy]
Despite having less goals than pretty much everyone in the NHL, Evgeni Malkin was named the NHL’s first star of the weeks. Hey assists are important too. [Pensburgh]
Martin Erat, whom the Washington Capitals traded a highly rated prospect for, has demanded a trade. [Eye on Hockey]
The Caps maybe didn’t give Erat much of a chance. Considering the price they paid for him it’s all a bit curious. [Capitals Outsider]
A little in depth trade analysis. [Japer’s Rink]
Steven Stamkos had surgery for a broken leg exactly two weeks ago. He has no need for crutches or a walking boot. [CBC]
Would the re-building Calgary Flames really deal away young Mikael Backlund? [HockeyBuzz]
James Reimer would everyone to know he is in fact a legitimate number one goalie. [Pension Plan Puppets]
Pavel Datsyuk might have a concussion on a possibly questionable hit. [Ottawa Sun]
Good news for the Jets, Jacob Trouba is on his way back. [Fansided]
Mikhail Grabovski feels bad about his scathing words regarding his time with the Leafs except he probably doesn’t really because he meant it. [Toronto Sun]
Tyler Bozak is ready to come back. Does it really matter though? Okay maybe it does for his buddy Phil Kessel. [National Post]
Luckily Josh Harding’s injury isn’t serious. [NHL]
Are the Colmbus Blue Jackets really a disappointment or did they play so far over their heads last season this is just normal now. [Toronto Star]
Jagr has still got it. [Globe and Mail]
And finally, why are the Bruins doing so well? They get those breaks so many teams are after. (There was no call on the play). [GyfCat]
