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.
--Wayne Gretzky believes Connor McDavid is the best 19-year-old player he’s ever seen. (Canadian Press)
--Here are some early-season trends that simply won’t last. (Sportsnet)
--Do you have a hard time understanding the Department of Player Safety’s decisions? Here are six tips to help you out. (The Hockey News)
--Watch the highlights from last night’s crazy game between the Blackhawks and Flyers. (Top)
--Elliotte Friedman’s “30 thoughts” is always a great read.
--TSN’s Darren Dreger tackles many hot topics in his “Insider Trading” segment. (TSN)
--Remember the guy who took out an ad in the Montreal Gazette to complain about the P.K. Subban trade? Well, it sounds like he’ll be making a large donation to the Children’s Hospital.
Montreal Children's Hospital announces Dr. Charles Kowalski, man who took out The Ad, will make a $250,000 donation to P.K.'s Helping Hands
— Arpon Basu (@ArponBasu) October 18, 2016
Children's Hospital also announced Dr. Kowalski's family will donate their 2016-17 season tickets for use by patients and their families
— Arpon Basu (@ArponBasu) October 18, 2016