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.
James Reimer’s miserable performance against the Capitals was very much noticed and noted by Leafs coach Ron Wilson. (The Globe And Mail)
And if you think the Maple Leafs goaltending isn’t an issue that will be of concern at the deadline, think again. (TSN)
Tampa Bay’s Victor Hedman is hurt again and it’s not sounding too good right now. (Tampa Tribune)
Bet you didn’t have Scott Hartnell on your list as “potential 30-goal scorer” heading into this season, did you? Mark it 30, dude. (CSNPhilly.com)
Luke Fox at Sportsnet tells us he thinks that teams honoring numbers rather than retiring them is total crap. (Sportsnet)
The Hurricanes may wind up being the worst shootout team of all time this season. Again. Congrats, guys! (News & Observer)
The Ducks are going to ride Jonas Hiller like a pony. A very well used pony. (OC Register)
Finally, watch Ottawa’s Chris Neil throw a thunderous hit on Boston’s Johnny Boychuk that even hurts us to watch. (NHL)