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Coyotes News

Rested Phoenix Coyotes players prepare for Canada trip - AZCentral
The story includes injury updates on Lombardi, Vrabata, and Morris.

Private accommodations leave less room for bonding, colorful incidents on road - AZCentral
With the new CBA rules there may be less player bonding on the road. Of course, there may be more sleep as well.

Phoenix Coyotes report card 1/3 of the 2013 season Part I - Howlin' Hockey
Troy Baker grades the team by position and situation.

Phoenix Coyotes Report card 1/3 of the 2013 season Part II - Howlin' Hockey
Part 2 of Troy Baker's grades includes the defense and the goalies.

New masks for goaltenders in Phoenix, Pirate/Coyote crossovers included - Backhand Shelf
Cool photos of Mark Visentin & Jason Labarbera's newest masks.

Beacon Sports Capital is cagey about Glendale RFP - Nebulous Verbosity
More political intrigue from George Faller.

Gladiators News

Haddad, Brandt Lift Glads Over Orlando, 3-2 - Gwinnett Daily Post
Coyotes' prospect Evan Bloodoff scored the game's first goal.

News From Around the Hockey World

Artem Anisimov stretchered off after freak injury vs. Red Wings (VIDEO) - Puck Daddy
He was awake and alert at the hospital that night, thankfully.

Game 17 Recap: Jackets Win it for Arty - The Cannon
Artem Anisimov's teammates took care of the Wings.

Dallas Stars Lose To Vancouver Canucks After Turnovers And Miscues Lead To Quick Goals - Defending Big D
The Stars blew a chance to jump past Phoenix in the standings.

Minnesota Wild @ Edmonton Oilers: A Winning Recap - Hockey Wilderness
This affair took a while to heat up.

Cal Clutterbuck injury: Taylor Hall delivers knee-on-knee hit - SBNation.com
I'm guessing we won't be seeing Taylor Hall play against the Coyotes on Saturday.

Recap: Offensive Outburst By Huberdeau Lifts Florida Panthers over Philadelphia Flyers 5-2 - Litter Box Cats
Apparently the Flyers were out of ammo one night after scoring 6 goals against Florida's old goalie, Tomas Vokoun.

Game 16: Tampa Bay Lightning versus Boston Bruins - Raw Charge
The B's won 4-2. The Southeast is back to being the Southleast.

Anderson injured, but Senators prevail in shootout. - Silver Seven
The Sens starting goalie hurt his ankle, but early indications are the injury appears mild.

Sabres at Leafs Recap: Rolston Loses In Debut 3-1 - Die By The Blade
New coach, same results.

Instant Recap: Winnipeg Jets win ugly, defeat the Carolina Hurricanes 4-3 - Arctic Ice Hockey
Former Coyotes draft pick Blake Wheeler scored as the Jets beat the Canes in a game someone had to win.

New Jersey Devils Snatch Victory with Third Period Comeback Over Washington Capitals 3-2 - In Lou We Trust
Caps blew a 2-1 lead with a march to the penalty box in the 3rd period.

New York Islanders 4, Montreal Canadiens 3 (OT): Thomas Hickey's 1st NHL goal is an OT winner - Lighthouse Hockey
The former Kings prospect helped his new team secure 2 points.

ESPN doesn't care about hockey, so why can't we all just be okay with that? - SBNation.com
Steve Lepore claims hockey fans have rose colored glasses when it comes to the Worldwide Leader's past coverage of the sport.

Brian Burke Hired As Ducks Part-Time GM ... er ... Professional Scout - Anaheim Calling
Burke returns to the team he helped win a Cup.

The Final Howl

Why hockey fans don't care if you like their sport. - SportsonEarth.com