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.
--The stray cat that ran onto the ice prior to Game 1 between the Sharks and Preds has been named after Joe Pavelski. (Associated Press)
--Speaking of that black cat, here’s a mountain of pucks shaped like the cat. (The Score)
--When Lukas Head was younger, he played with Steven Stamkos and P.K. Subban. Here’s his story. (Toronto Star)
--Watch the highlights from yesterday’s game between the Stars and Blues. (Top)
--A look behind the scenes of the NHL draft lottery. (Canadian Press)
--Two-time Olympic gold medalist Sharon Szabados loves curling and the Oilers. She was forced to make a tough choice on Saturday. (Sportsnet)
--Pascal Dupuis, who was named one of the Masterton Trophy finalists, is adjusting to retirement. (NHL.com)