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NHL won't commit to Olympics beyond Sochi
ESPN - 28 Jan 2014 00:02
The NHL has not decided whether to let its players participate in the Olympics beyond this year, meaning the Sochi Games could be the finale for dozens of players.
Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith gets additional title, contract extended to 2020
The Hockey News - 28 Jan 2014 23:56SI.com NHL fan misery rankings: No. 8 Columbus Blue Jackets
Sports Illustrated - 28 Jan 2014 23:46
At No. 8 in our fan misery rankings, the Blue Jackets have long been masters of deflating hopes.
Top Shelf: Outdoor games put NHL fandom on center stage
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2014 23:17
While riding the "D Train" from Manhattan to the Bronx on Sunday afternoon, it was easy to see why the NHL has fallen in love with the outdoor game.
Star forward Steven Stamkos back practising with Tampa Bay Lightning
NHL.com - 28 Jan 2014 22:45
TORONTO - Steven Stamkos still has his eyes firmly set on the Sochi Olympics. The Tampa Bay forward practised 20 minutes during Tampa Bay's morning skate at the Air Canada Centre prior to the Lightening's game against th...
Sochi-bound NHL players not worried about potential Olympic contingency plans
The Hockey News - 28 Jan 2014 22:44Star forward Steven Stamkos back practising with Tampa Bay Lightning
The Hockey News - 28 Jan 2014 22:41Stamkos puts new wrinkle on Sochi plans
ESPN - 28 Jan 2014 22:38
Steven Stamkos added a new wrinkle to his Olympic comeback hopes, telling a huge media contingent here Tuesday morning that it's not inconceivable for him to play in Sochi even if he doesn't get into an NHL game beforeha...
Outdoor tilts and Power Rankings
Sports Illustrated - 28 Jan 2014 21:13
On Tuesday's SI Now, SI's NHL writer/reporter Sarah Kwak breaks down this week's Power Rankings that see the Ducks cement their top spot in the league, the Rangers drop from 10th to 14th and Jets and Stars as the biggest...
Star forward Steven Stamkos back practising with Tampa Bay Lightning
The Hockey News - 28 Jan 2014 21:02
Isles place D Hamonic on IR
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2014 20:57
The New York Islanders placed defenseman Travis Hamonic on injured reserve and recalled defenseman Matt Donovan from Bridgeport of the American Hockey League on Tuesday.
Stars, Jets rising from dead in Week 17 NHL Power Rankings
Sports Illustrated - 28 Jan 2014 19:59
They're b-a-a-c-k. The Hurricanes are one of several teams that have new life in our latest Power Rankings.
Veteran Prospal formally announces retirement
NHL.com - 28 Jan 2014 19:55
Forward Vinny Prospal, who played 16 seasons in the NHL, formally announced his retirement Tuesday. Prospal was expected to join the Vancouver Canucks' American Hockey League affiliate this past weekend on a professional...
Los Angeles Kings (30-18-6) at Phoenix Coyotes (24-18-10), 9 p.m. (ET)
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2014 18:35
After snapping a five-game skid with a win on Monday, the Los Angeles Kings will try to make it two in a row when they visit the struggling Phoenix Coyotes in Tuesday's Pacific Division clash at Jobing.com Arena.
Carolina Hurricanes (24-19-9) at Montreal Canadiens (27-20-5), 7:30 p.m. (ET)
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2014 18:25
The Carolina Hurricanes will try to match their longest winning streak of the season on Tuesday night as they visit the Montreal Canadiens.
Minnesota Wild (28-20-6) at Anaheim Ducks (39-10-5), 10 p.m. (ET)
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2014 18:20
The NHL-leading Anaheim Ducks will try to continue their dominant play on home ice when they kick off a four-game stay at the Honda Center in Tuesday's clash against the Minnesota Wild.
Detroit Red Wings (23-18-11) at Philadelphia Flyers (25-22-6), 7 p.m. (ET)
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2014 18:10
The Philadelphia Flyers were unbeatable at home for two months, but have seen their recent struggles begin to impact their play at the Wells Fargo Center.
New Jersey Devils (22-20-11) at St. Louis Blues (35-11-5), 8 p.m. (ET)
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2014 18:10
After a disappointing showing in their outdoor game at Yankee Stadium, the New Jersey Devils will take on a team out for revenge in Tuesday's road tilt against the St. Louis Blues.
Tampa Bay Lightning (31-16-5) at Toronto Maple Leafs (27-21-6), 7 p.m. (ET)
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2014 18:10
While the Tampa Bay Lightning are being sparked by an undrafted rookie, the Toronto Maple Leafs have struggled in net over back-to- back losses.
Islanders place Hamonic on IR, recall Donovan
NHL.com - 28 Jan 2014 18:06
The New York Islanders on Tuesday placed defenseman Travis Hamonic on injured reserve and recalled defenseman Matt Donovan from Bridgeport of the American Hockey League. Hamonic has missed the past eight games since sust...
Florida Panthers (21-24-7) at Boston Bruins (33-15-3), 7 p.m. (ET)
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2014 18:05
Tim Thomas was formally on the other side of Boston's dominance over the Florida Panthers. Now the veteran netminder will try to get his new team a victory over his former Bruins mates in Tuesday night's clash at TD Bank...
Today's must-read hockey stories: Would NHL skip Sochi?; more
Sports Illustrated - 28 Jan 2014 16:57
Among today's must-read stories: Would the NHL bail on Sochi at the last minute? It has the right.