Welcome to the PHT Morning Skate, a collection of links from around the hockey world. Have a link you want to submit? Email us at phtblog@nbcsports.com.
• If the Predators continue struggling, they’ll have to ask themselves some tough questions. (The Hockey News)
• There’s several reasons why there should be concern in Winnipeg, according to Travis Yost. (TSN.ca)
• The Jets have an issue on defense and there’s no easy way to address it. (Arctic Hockey)
• Chris Tanev has helped Quinn Hughes settle into the NHL. (Sportsnet)
• Shea Weber is having a great comeback season and people around the NHL are noticing. (The Score)
• Dave Andreychuk answered five questions from NHL.com. (NHL)
• Boone Jenner is playing big defensive minutes for Columbus, but is that working out? (The Cannon)
• How have the Bruins done in their own end this season? (Stanley Cup of Chowder)
• It’s officially time to call the Canadiens sellers. (Habs Eyes on the Prize)
• Which position should Lightning GM Julien BriseBois consider upgrading before the trade deadline? (Raw Charge)
• The Coyotes added Taylor Hall via trade in December. Is it time for them to keep buying? (Five For Howling)
• On the Forecheck breaks down the untouchables and the tradable players on the Preds roster. (On the Forecheck)
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