The Morning Papers (Tuesday Edition)

Illegal Curve Hockey

Corey Masisak of the Washington Times has the recap of the Caps’ win over the Isles yesterday, where Captain Chris Clark returned to the lineup.
The Hurricanes blanked the Maple Leafs 2-0 to end a 5-game losing streak last night. Tim Gleason, the Hurricanes player rep, said there is no need to re-open the CBA issue.
Vincent Lecavalier shined last night in Tampa’s in a 4-2 victory over the Stars. The Lightning claimed defenseman Cory Murphy from waivers.
A look at why the Thrashers have been playing better lately.
The Panthers, who have frozen season ticket prices for next year, fell to the Sabres last night in a shootout.
The Bruins were outworked by the Blues last night, and didn’t bother to play a full 60 minutes writes Stephen Harris of the Boston Herald. A last second goal by the Blues meant that Boston couldn’t escape with 2 points.
Despite giving up several good chances in overtime, the Sabres hung on to win their game in South Florida via the shootout.
Turnovers were the Achilles Heel for the Maple Leafs last night. Mike Van Ryn failed a baseline test last night in an attempt to return from his concussion.
Will the Sens be buyers or sellers at the deadline? Centre Jason Spezza skipped practice yesterday to make sure he is ready for the Capitals tonight.
Some ex-Canadiens wouldn’t let weather beat them last night. Coach Guy Carbonneau has a nice problem on his hands, with a few injured Habs set to return to the lineup.
Rangers coach Tom Renney may scratch Petr Prucha again, but Aaron Voros is ready to return to the ice.
Yann Denis stood his ground against the high flying Caps, but the Islanders eventually lost 2-1 in OT to Washington, thanks in part to a penalty to Brendan Witt.
Is Brendan Shanahan the spark that the Devils need? The Devils will take a little rest before the All-Star break, after a lengthy road trip.
Flyers centre Daniel Briere might return to the lineup versus the Thrashers.
Newly acquired goalie Mathieu Garon is very happy in his new role. The Penguins are suddenly a lot more optimistic.
Claude Lemieux has joined the Sharks, and discusses his comeback. Tonight’s Sharks-Canucks game is previewed.
The Ducks-Rangers game is previewed here. The Ducks, joined by their Dads, will seek some consistency tonight when they face the Rangers.
The Kings-Wild preview.
The Stars gave up three goals in the 3rd to drop a 4-2 decision to Tampa. Former Star Jeff Halpern is still adjusting to life in Tampa.
The Coyotes face the Red Wings tonight at home, in a game that is being viewed as a test for the young club.
The Oilers, taking a cue from Festivus, aired their grievances with each other and have been on somewhat of a roll ever since. Who to watch in tonight’s game versus the Blue Jackets.
Randy Sportak tells Flames fans not to worry despite back to back losses. George Johnson writes on the same theme.
Do the Canucks need more grit? Roberto Luongo hasn’t decided on how he will participate in the All-Star festivities.
Former Av Peter Forsberg is still having foot trouble.
Nik Backstrom was solid in net as the Wild provided plenty of offense to help their goalie in a 4-1 win over the Blackhawks.
Valtteri Filppula will see some ice on the top line in the game versus the Coyotes.
Despite losing to the Wild, the Blackhawks sent one fan home a very happy and wealthy person. Meanwhile, Duncan Keith is still sidelined.
Scott Howson and Ken Hitchcock are working as a team in Columbus. Here is a preview of the Oilers-Blue Jackets game.
The Blues won a wild game against the Bruins last night, writes Jeremy Rutherford. Goalie Manny Legace was forced to leave the game early with a suspected groin injury.
The Nashville Predators are still having trouble scoring.