Tuesday’s Coyotes Tracks - Raanta named NHL Star of the week

Coyotes News

Coyotes news: Antti Raanta named as NHL star of the week - AZCentral
After going 3-0-0 with a 0.90 goals allowed average and a .976 save percentage, Raanta was recognized as one of the NHL's three stars from the period of Feb. 12-18.

The East

Blue Jackets’ Inconsistencies Prelude Big Decisions - The Cannon
The Blue Jackets, barely a fringe playoff team, could make trades for the likes of Derick Brassard — under contract through next season. But the current, murky state of the club could also impact future, franchise-defining decisions, for guys like Artemi Panarin and Sergei Bobrovsky.

NHL trade deadline: Philadelphia Flyers acquire Petr Mrazek from Detroit Red Wings for two conditional draft picks - Broad Street Hockey
There’s the goalie move we’ve been waiting for.

Philadelphia Flyers recall Oskar Lindblom from Lehigh Valley Phantoms, activate Anthony Stolarz and send him to Lehigh Valley - Broad Street Hockey
Not quite the news we were expecting tonight, but: news!

Recap: Flames Continue To Lose At The Dome, Fall 2-1 To Bruins In OT - Matchsticks and Gasoline
Calgary, once again, can’t get a win on home ice.

Capitals vs. Sabres Recap: Right at Home in Buffalo - Japers' Rink
The Caps won, 3-2.

Montreal Canadiens sign Nicolas Deslauriers to two-year contract extension - Eyes On The Prize
The fourth-line forward carved a spot in the NHL

Capitals Acquire Michal Kempny from Chicago - Japers' Rink
The Capitals have acquired defenseman Michal Kempny from Chicago for a 3rd-round pick.

The West

Nashville Predators 5, Ottawa Senators 2: Arvidsson Scores Twice, Preds Bounce Back - On the Forecheck
The Preds vented their hockey frustrations tonight. Boy, did they need a game like this.

Blackhawks vs. Kings 2018 final score and highlights - Second City Hockey
A lifeless start put Chicago in a hole it stood little chance of digging out of.

NHL trade rumors 2018: Jets, Blackhawks have discussed Ryan Hartman - Second City Hockey
An interesting possibility even if a deal seems unlikely.

Important Stories

Daniel Briere on starting up an ECHL franchise, his future in management (PHT Q&A) – ProHockeyTalk
We recently spoke to Briere about his move into management with the ECHL's Maine Mariners.

Final Howl

Blackhawks fans who shouted racist comments at Capitals player banned from games - Second City Hockey
Good riddance.