Illegal Curve Hockey

Morning Papers: Western Conference

Eric Francis notes that the Flames are teetering on the brink of the NHL elite. He has a nomination for creepiest quote of the year, and I have to agree “when Roberto Luongo made the following declaration following one of his last practices before returning to the lineup: “I pounded it pretty hard, and the groin is feeling fine”…nice.
Mike Cammalleri has reached the 20 goal plateau for the Flames. Surprisingly, Jarome Iginla is lagging behind with 18, including two goals in the last fourteen.
Ryan Smyth and Milan Hejduk each hit milestones last night, scoring their 300th career goals respectively.
With Rick Nash returning to the lineup, the Blue Jackets were able to make up a two goal deficit to defeat the Canucks in a shootout.
The Canucks were unable to finish off the Blue Jackets last night, and are now on a seven game home losing streak (a franchise record). Mats Sundin thinks the Canucks need to keep the puck out of their own net (duh!)
The Oilers honoured Glenn Anderson last night before the game, and then went on to defeat the Coyotes 6-3. Ethan Moreau recorded his first career hat-trick and first multiple point game of the season.