Thrashers sniper Ilya Kovalchuk was held scoreless in the NHL All-Star Game.
Tampa’s Martin St. Louis had two goals in the ASG, while he and fellow Bolt Vincent Lecavalier admitted to some pre-game jitters. Damian Cristodero makes the case for Vinnie staying put for the time being.
Florida defender Jay Bouwmeester figured prominently in last night’s game, scoring the goal that sent the game into Overtime.
Though he was great on the ice, Alex Ovechkin’s off-ice activities have created a little more buzz.
The Flyers Jeff Carter enjoyed his first All-Star experience.
Larry Brooks writes about Henrik Lundqvist’s tough night in the All-Star net.
Montreal’s Alex Kovalev played his part to the hilt, emerging as the home town hero for the Canadiens faithful. Bruce Garrioch writes that Montreal did a wonderful job blending the old stars with the new. Mike Komisarek had the game’s only penalty.
The Predators have recalled Ryan Jones and Alexander Sulzer.
Hawks President John McDonough is hoping to convince the NHL that Chicago is ready to host the ASG. All 3 Blackhawks players found their way to the scoresheet.
Keith Tkachuk, who scored the West’s first goal, comments on the age gap in the NHL.