The Coyotes completed the preseason on a good note defeating the Sharks by a final of 3 to 1. The Final cuts to the rosters will be made this week. The next game will be in San Jose on October 8th.

Coyotes News

Smith loses shutout but carries Coyotes to win
Mike Smith made 28 saves in the Coyotes' 3-1 win over the Sharks in their preseason finale.

The Desert Dog Blog: Roster Must be Trimmed - The Desert Dog Blog - by Dave Vest
In his latest blog, Dave Vest writes about trimming the roster, a trip to Prescott Valley, Andy Miele and more.

10/01/2011 'Yotes Quotes: Post-Game Video - NHL VideoCenter - Phoenix Coyotes
Martin Hanzal, Mike Smith and Radim Vrbata discuss the team's 3-1 preseason victory over San Jose.

10/01/2011 Dave Tippett Press Conference Video - NHL VideoCenter - Phoenix Coyotes
 Head Coach Dave Tippett press conference after the team's final preseason game.

Coyotes Reduce Training Camp Roster to 26 - Phoenix Coyotes - News
Any Miele was among those cut on Saturday.

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Pirates News

A scary situations sends one player to the hospital - Maine Hockey Journal
Pirates have had some odds things happen the last couple of days.

News From Around the Hockey World

Sidney Crosby on playing in season opener: ‘I wouldn’t expect it’ | ProHockeyTalk
As expected, Sidney Crosby ruled himself out of the Penguins' season opener on Thursday, Oct. 6.

What if NHL teams could only dress 17 skaters? - Puck Daddy - NHL Blog - Yahoo! Sports
Comprehensive National Hockey League news, scores, standings, fantasy games, rumors, and more

The Final Howl (err meow?)

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