Here are all the links from around the hockey world and what I’m reading while catching up on a very solid Mr. Robot TV show that I missed during its original run on USA Network.
*While the Columbus Blue Jackets back end is exponentially stronger, they now have a big hole among their forwards.
*Corey Crawford is carrying on after an All-Star snub that’s really pretty understandable when considering that Pekka Rinne and Devan Dubnyk are in the division.
*John Scott is having fun with his NHL All-Star game nomination. The fun will probably end when he’s expected to play against the league’s best during the new 3-on-3 tournament.
*New Jersey Devils GM Ray Shero is bullish on the second half for the Devils as they remain competitive for a playoff spot.
*There’s an excitement and anticipation in the air in Edmonton with the Oilers as they remain within playoff striking distance at the midway point of the season.
*The Anaheim Ducks have been shut out an amazing eight times this season, and may need scoring assistance from the outside.
*Vinny Lecavalier is happy with the chance for the Los Angeles Kings after hitting a bit of a wall with the Flyers.
*For something completely different: this New England Patriots pump up video edited to the “Star Wars: the Force Awakens” trailer is pretty good.