Expanding the NHL to an American market with no interest in hockey, thus spreading the talent pool even thinner, rather than relocate a dying franchise to a city that loves the game? Yes that’s genius let’s do it. [Kukla’s Corner]
There may also be potential for expansion in more hockey-mad Canadian cities, but no Vegas first. We want to look cool to the other sports leagues. [Toronto Sun]
The NHL has denied the Vegas rumors, however, so you know they’re definitely true. [Sportsnet]
What kind of leadership will Steven Stamkos provide in Tampa? [Flash of Lightning]
(Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports)
Rick Nash is the greatest Blue Jacket of all time. [Pro Hockey Talk]
This season may be the end of the line for Marc-Andre Fleury in Pittsburgh. [Pens Labyrinth]
New coach Mike Johnston wants the Penguins leadership to be spread around some more. [Trib Live]
Who will be better, Matt Duchene or Nathan MacKinnon? [Mile High Sticking]
The Leafs are expecting David Clarkson to be better, because really how could he be worse? [Fansided]
(Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports)
The Blues have some new uniforms. [Puck Daddy]
Henrik Lundqvist uses to tennis to help with his offseason training. [CBC]
Who won the Phil Kessel trade? Hint: it was good for both teams. [The Hockey News]
The worst contracts in the league. [My NHL Trade Rumors]
And finally, Cory Sarich talks about the accident that almost took his life. [The Score]