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.
It was bad enough that Chicago’s Corey Crawford didn’t get his special Stadium Series mask to wear thanks to it not showing up, but now his leg pads have been stolen as well. At least we know now that goalie equipment aren’t the “tools of ignorance” in hockey. (CSNChicago.com)
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Is trading Mike Cammalleri the only option for the Flames? (Calgary Sun)
Speaking of guys who may or may not be traded: What’s up with Martin St. Louis? (Tampa Tribune)
You can take Predators forward David Legwand off your trade wishlist - he’s not going anywhere. (The Tennessean)
Chicago’s Brandon Bollig took notice of the St. Louis Blues acquiring Ryan Miller and Steve Ott. (CSNChicago.com)
Capitals prospect and 2013 first-round pick Andre Burakovsky is having a big first season in Erie and GM George McPhee can’t help but rave about him. (NHL.com)
Speaking of Capitals prospects, the Evgeni Kuznetsov era may be about to begin:
Evgeni Kuznetsov will report to #Caps right after last #KHL regchamp game, which starts in 15 minutes, via @rsportru
— Igor Eronko (@IgorEronko) March 4, 2014
Finally... Oh, Roberto Luongo - you’re just the best. Also, gross.
And this is why I don't wear cream colored pants..... Wtf @eddielack ????? pic.twitter.com/AXfhCpwvZw
— Strombone (@strombone1) March 4, 2014