News You Can Use Late in the Day

1. Darren Dreger comments on the NHL Eastern and Western Conference Finals, sees a goaltending duel out west.
2. James Duthie discusses the Fabian Brunston phenomenon.
3. Stan Fischler says that Brendan Shanahan’s future in New York depends on Jagr.
4. An update on Fernando Pisani from the Hockey News.
5. Video of Dion Phaneuf relaxing and not playing for Team Canada.
6. Dan Daly notes that penalties in OT are no longer taboo.
7. Jim Balsillie is still looking for an NHL team.
8. What changes do the Sharks need to make?
9. Sean Avery discusses his ruptured spleen.
10. Lynn Zinser of the NY Times writes that the Rangers may make a pitch for Marian Hossa.
11. Don Cherry will be making regular appearances on Sportscenter.
12. Hockey’s Future has been purchased by Crave Online.
13. David Frost finds another way to get his name in the news.
14. Team Canada will face its first big test today when it faces off with Team USA.
15. The Americans are holding auditions for 2010.
16. The Maple Leaf scouts have gathered in Toronto to decide where to trade their 7th overall pick.
17. The United States will establish a residency program for their women’s national team.
18. The Latvian fans have been impressive thus far at the World Hockey Championships.
19. The weekly Hot List from the Hockey News.
20. The final installment of Jamie McClennan’s blog from Japan.
21. A successful playoff season has both owners and players happy.
22. Memorial Cup history, 1939.
23. ESPN does an early mock draft of the top 14 selections.
24. The Vancouver Canucks have hired former Phoenix assistant GM Laurence Gilman to their capologist.
25. Allan Muir with his Inside the NHL column.