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Sabres send back 10 junior players invited to camp

The Buffalo Sabres returned 10 prospects to their respective Canadian Junior Hockey teams, including defenseman Mark Pysyk, the team’s 2010 first-round draft pick. Source: NHL Hockey News: CBSSports.com

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Teams, players receive rule changes video explanation

If any player, coach or general manager has a question about the direction of the NHL’s new Department of Player Safety or how rule changes for the 2011-12 season will be implemented, they’ll only need to refer back to the … Continue reading

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NHL players pay tribute to victims of 9/11 on Twitter

On the 10th anniversary of 9/11, many NHL players posted messages of remembrance and tribute on Twitter. Below is a collection of those tributes being paid on this solemn anniversary: John-Michael Liles (@hoosierjm26), Colorado Avalanche: Can’t b… Source: NEWS IN … Continue reading

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Devils sign 12 players, most to play in minor leagues

Goaltender Maxime Clermont and NHL veteran Stephane Veilleux were among 12 players signed by the New Jersey Devils on Monday. Source: NHL Hockey News: CBSSports.com

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Top 2012 Draft-eligible players confirmed for 2011 NHL Research, Development and Orientation Camp

NEW YORK/TORONTO – Thirty-six of the top-rated players eligible for the 2012 NHL Entry Draft have accepted invitations to participate in the 2011 NHL Research, Development and Orientation Camp, August 17 and 18, the National Hockey League an… Source: NHL.com … Continue reading

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Out in the dark: Thrashers players curious to find out where they’ll call home

No one is more anxious to officially learn the fate of the Atlanta Thrashers than members of the team. The players have been given no indication one way or the other where they’ll be playing home games next season, according … Continue reading

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Study reports NHL players had 559 concussions from 1997-2004

A new study finds that the amount of time NHL players missed because of concussions increased from 1997 to 2004. Source: NHL Hockey News: CBSSports.com

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Concussions: New rules for treating NHL players

BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) – Accidental concussions in the NHL have doubled since last season, and general managers are looking at ways to slow the game. The GMs began three days of meetings Monday with head injuries leading the agenda. … Continue reading

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Ducks, Bruins swap pair of players

The Anaheim Ducks and Boston Bruins made a deal Sunday night, as the Ducks acquired forward Brian McGrattan and defenseman Sean Zimmerman in exchange for forwards David Laliberte and Steaputfan Chaput. McGrattan, 29, appeared in 39 games for AH… Source: … Continue reading

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Do the Leafs Have Any Players of Trade Value?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are not surprisingly in a tough spot at the moment. GM Brian Burke notoriously builds teams through the draft and has been quite good at it, but the Toronto squad is in a different position currently … Continue reading

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