Last night Sharks defense showed why I picked the Canucks to win the series.  Tonight the Eastern Conference series is on the docket.  Game 3 from Tampa starts at 5 p.m. MST on Versus.

Coyotes News

The Desert Dog Blog: Belanger Remembers Boogaard Fondly - The Desert Dog Blog - by Dave Vest
Dave Vest writes about the Coyotes center's reaction to the passing of his former teammate.

Paul Bissonnette on NHL Live
BizNasty talks with Deb Placey & EJ Hradek.

ASK! - Q&A with Mikkel Boedker - Phoenix Coyotes - Fan Zone
The Coyotes have really ramped these up this offseason. Nice treat for the fans.

As the Goalies Turn | May
Jenna's back with a look at the netminder situation in town and around the league.

PHOENIX COYOTES SEASON TICKETS - Phoenix Coyotes
The Coyotes announced on Wednesday that they will be holding a New Season Ticket Holder Open House on May 25th.

More links after the jump...

News From Around the Hockey World

Canucks Drown Sharks At The Rog And Take 2-0 Series Lead: Thanks Ben Eager - Nucks Misconduct
It certainly was an 'interesting' night for Mr. Eager.

Wednesday’s Three Stars: Canucks up 2-0; Eager to embarrass - Puck Daddy - NHL Blog - Yahoo! Sports
Gratuitous Phoenix point guard photo contained in the post.

Language issue hobbles Habs: Boivin
An interesting conversation with the Habs departing president.

Al Montoya undergoes knee surgery, Islanders claim he’ll be ready for training camp | ProHockeyTalk
Former Coyote Al Montoya gets knee surgery. He can compare scars with Rick DiPietro.

The Final Howl

"Help Needed: Goalie" posters seen in South Philadelphia - Broad Street Hockey
I wonder if Jordan is going to apply?

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