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The Vancouver Sun April 22, 2010 He moved to North America in 2000 to join the San Jose Sharks organization. After one year there, he moved on in fairly rapid succession to play for the New York Rangers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Florida Panthers and Detroit Red Wings in that order. said laughing. He added that Sandra

Devils host must-win Game 5 against Flyers, who are expected to be without Carter, GagneIra Podell Associated Press April 21, 2010 “We have to just focus on ourselves,” Devils forward Ilya Kovalchuk said. “It doesn’t matter who we’re going to play against, who is going to play who. You just have to be better than

Kings not at all surprised by this seriesVeterans had warned younger players it would be this way and now it’s 2-2Arash Markazi ESPN Los Angeles April 22, 2010 “This is was what I hoped for,” Samuelsson said. “This is what I wanted. I wanted to play a bigger role. I really liked it in Detroit,

THN.com Blog: Senators must keep Anton VolchenkovKen Campbell The Hockey News Blog April 21, 2010 Regardless of how the Ottawa Senators’ first round series against the Pittsburgh Penguins ultimately turns out, the team has some pressing concerns that need to be addressed, all of which relate to payroll. It’s no surprise the Senators are in

The Nashville Predators have their first 2-1 lead ever in an opening-round series. It’s only fitting the first player they ever drafted played a key role…. Pekka Rinne stopped 26 shots and has allowed only two even-strength goals. Joel Ward and Shea Weber also scored for Nashville, and Martin Erat scored on a penalty shot

The Bergen Record April 21, 2010 Ilya Kovalchuk’s adjustment to playoff hockey took a significant turn for the better Wednesday night, though the Devils may have precious little time to enjoy his improved play… “I felt good all four games,” Kovalchuk said. “Sometimes, my [linemates] are in a better position and I have to pass

Kings down Canucks, take series leadSports News Radio April 19, 2010 Michal Handzus scored two power-play goals and added an assist to help Los Angeles defeat the Canucks, 5-3, in Game 3 of their Western Conference quarterfinal series at Staples Center. The clubs split two overtime games in Vancouver, with Los Angeles dropping the opener,

Texas Hockey Expert April 19, 2010 Another great defensive showing plus goals by Sawada, Fortunus and Lindgren, along with 2 assists from Colton Sceviour have put the Texas Stars up 2-0 and have them half way to winning the team’s first ever Playoff Series as the Series will shift to Rockford, Illinois for Games 3,

Predators’ Rinne proves tough to solveHe’s in position to fulfill one of the most time-worn postseason roles: the hot goalie that steals a seriesBrian Hamilton Chicago Tribune April 19, 2010 From the gridlock in front of the net, the puck scooted to Marian Hossa on the right side of the crease. Nothing but chilled air

Please excuse Ilya Kovalchuk if his emotions sometimes get in the way of his spectacular moves and blistering shot. “I’m an emotional guy and I should stay away from some of that stuff in front of the net, but you have to play tough so sometimes things happen out there,” Kovalchuk said. Players and fans