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.
Is Zach Parise the guy the Blackhawks really need? Tracey Myers asks the question. (CSNChicago.com)
While other teams are busy fighting over Parise and Ryan Suter, the Kings are happy to sit back and take care of their own. (Los Angeles Times)
The New Jersey Devils mascot is apparently not a big fan of Parise Watch. Good thing he deleted the tweet. Bad news? The internet never forgets. (Twitter h/t to @unmatchedsock for the screen cap)
Justin Bourne thinks the free agent process needs some tweaking and I can’t say I disagree, either. (Backhand Shelf)
Panthers wunderkind Jonathan Huberdeau is looking like he’ll be a stud in South Florida next season. (On Frozen Pond)
Steve Ott is really fired up over going to Buffalo. I don’t know about you guys, but I’ve got ever Boston-Buffalo game circled for next season. (Buffalo News)
Cody Franson’s negotiations with Toronto have everything to do with him having opportunities. (TSN)
Mark Whicker gets down and dirty with Sheldon Souray. Wait, that came out wrong. (OC Register)
Signings: Sharks sign Alex Stalock among others. (CSNBayArea.com)
Coyotes sign Chris Conner. (Coyotes)
Matt Smaby signs with Anaheim. (Ducks)
Finally, goalies are looking pretty sweet on EA’s NHL 13. (YouTube)