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November 2, 2001

November 2, 2001

The Hockey News has been providing the most comprehensive coverage of the world of hockey since 1947. In each issue, you'll find news, features and opinions about the NHL and leagues across North America and the world.

IN THIS ISSUE

Tellqvist learns the angles in St. John’s

A way from the bright spotlight of an NHL aining camp, Mikael Tellqvist finally has is skates firmly on North American ice. The 22-year-old Swede, the third-round 300 draft pick and projected goalie of the uture for the Toronto Maple Leafs, is stoping the puck for the St. John’s Maple Leafs as he adjusts to foreign elements. “It takes a little time to adapt to the game over here,” said Tellqvist after solid efforts in his first two American League starts. “It’s a bit quicker, quicker shots and smaller rinks. It’s going to take some time.” Time, of course, was not Tellqvist’s ally in the NHL pre-season, where he underwhelmed with a high goals-against average (5.45) and low save percentage (.810). The hype that preceded him to Toronto included everything from Curtis Joseph’s…

DEPARTMENTS

NHL DEPTH CHARTS

NHL depth charts are latest line combinations and defense pairings. Included are restricted free agents (**). Rookies are denoted on team scoring page.…

NHL TEAM REPORTS

Capitals’ gritty co-captain Konowalchuk forced to sidelines until late in season

The Capitals will have to do without one of their grittiest players for the next three to four months after left winger Steve Konowalchuk underwent surgery to repair a dislocated shoulder. The good news is that, according to GM George McPhee, the operation went “very, very well.” Like many players who earn their living mucking and grinding, Konowalchuk is not known as well as some of his teammates, but is among the most respected players on the team. He recently was named a co-captain, was The Hockey News’ recommendation for the Selke Trophy last season and was on the club’s highly regarded checking line with Jeff Halpern and Ulf Dahlen. The injury occurred during training camp and grew progressively worse. “There was one episode where it just kind of came out and then it…

NHL TEAM REPORTS

Unsung free agent Nichol winning fans and ice time

Scott Nichol came to Calgary Flames’ training camp as the longest of longshots, a seven goal-scorer in the International League last season. Nichol, 26, signed with Calgary because the Flames traded away so many minor pro veterans in the off-season. So how did he catch on as a regular? And for that matter, how did he end up as the No. 2 center? Because, according to coach Greg Gilbert, Nichol’s agitating enthusiasm for the game is contagious. And following injuries to centers Marc Savard and Rob Niedermayer, Nichol moved up. “I see a guy who hates to lose,” Gilbert said. “He gives whatever it takes. He’s competitive, he’s fearless.” Nichol is a 5-foot-8,173-pound center who played his amateur hockey in Calgary and was drafted by Buffalo 272nd overall in 1993. He played five NHL games…