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 regular season trade deadline has only just passed, but this summer could be far more eventful as far as major deals go. Stephen Whyno offered a list of players he thinks are likely to be traded. (The Canadian Press)
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Mark Giordano firmly believes that the Calgary Flames can still make the playoffs, even though he’ll miss the rest of the season with a torn biceps tendon. (Calgary Sun)
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Christian Ehrhoff is once again dealing with concussion-like symptoms. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
Here are more details on the Florida Panthers’ unusual goaltending situation last night. (Miami Herald)
Panthers goaltending coach Rob Tallas nearly played as a result of the injuries, which leads to this fun fact:
Rob Tallas hasn't played in the NHL since Feb. 19, 2001, but he's actually two years younger than #FlaPanthers forward Jaromir Jagr.
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) March 4, 2015
Here are the highlights from Tampa Bay’s 3-0 victory over Buffalo:
Recently acquired by Columbus, David Clarkson suffered an upper-body injury on Tuesday. (Stephen Whyno)