A collection of the latest news from around the world of hockey:
Stars GM Jim Nill is getting a well-deserved contract extension. [Dallas News]
The Ducks have traded for a goalie. [OC Register]
What can the Canadiens expect from Max Friberg? [Rabid Habs]
Are the right players going to the All-Star Game? [Along the Boards]
John Scott is making the best of his ridiculous inclusion. [ESPN]
Do the Lightning need to trade Jonathan Drouin sooner than later? [The Hockey News]. The Blues may be interested in swinging a deal. [Today’s Slap Shot]
The Predators had to give up Seth Jones to get what they needed. [Sportsnet]. Who won the trade? [HockeyBuzz]
Is Nashville now headed for a Stanley Cup run? [Fan Rag Sports]
How will the Blue Jackets fill their center-ice void? [Too Many Men on the Site]
Ryan Johansen ran into Jones at the airport and captured a picture. [Yahoo Sports]
Nail Yakupov is inching closer to his return. [Oil on Whyte]
Can Mike Richards renew his career in Washington? [TSN]
Leo Komarov is quite the character. And also an All-Star. [Toronto Star]. He made Drew Doughty pretty mad last night. [CBS Sports]
Is Sonny Milano headed to Junior? [Blackburn News]
Former NHLer Dustin Penner has been accused of assault. [TMZ]
And finally, is hockey supposed to be a fun game to play? [Vice Sports]