A long ruminating rumor became official today. The Ottawa Senators trade Dion Phaneuf and Nate Thompson to the Los Angeles Kings for Marian Gaborik and Nick Shore.
As the New York Islanders fight for position in the Metropolitan Division, they have rookie forward Mat Barzal helping them carry their team. He is performing at a record-setting level not seen in years.
Former Ohio State Buckeye Ryan Shazier in one of his first public appearances since his spinal injury stood up and waved to the Pittsburgh Penguins crowd in an emotional moment.
The San Jose Sharks were asked about Winnipeg, and they didn't speak too kindly. Jets coach Paul Maurice defended the town as did many other Canadian officials.
Oilers' forward Patrick Maroon tries to work to the front of the net but he meets Sharks' defensemen Brent Burns at the net. The two engage and it ends with Marron feeling up Burns' beard.