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.
Dallas Stars defenseman Patrik Nemeth ended up with the puck lodged between his face and visor during Monday’s contest against Calgary. Fortunately he wasn’t hurt as a result of the fluky play:
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The argument against Alex Ovechkin as a Hart Trophy candidate. (News & Observer)
Devils GM and interim coach Lou Lamoriello felt Stefan Matteau “had an outstanding game” on Sunday. (The Bergen Record)
Chicago goaltender Scott Darling allowed a pretty ugly goal during last night’s contest against Los Angeles, but Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville was pleased with how he responded. (CSN Chicago)
Speaking of which, here are the highlights from Chicago’s 4-1 win over Los Angeles:
Connor McDavid is already getting some unusual fan requests. (Sarnia Observer)
The Columbus Blue Jackets won’t make the playoffs, but they have still managed to break some franchise records. (Columbus Dispatch)