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April 5, 2002
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Ronning should help in Kings stretch run
Cliff Ronning was recently honored by the Nashville Predators in a touching pregame ceremony for playing in his 1,000th NHL game. A week later, Ronning, the most popular player in franchise history was traded to the Los Angeles Kings. In 16 NHL seasons, he knows a bit about change. Ronning has played with St. Louis, Vancouver, Phoenix and the Predators. So it was no big deal that on the day of the trade he left Nashville at 6 a.m., flew to L.A., met Kings coach Andy Murray then hopped on the team charter for the flight to San Jose. “When it’s time to go you go,” Ronning said. “I’ve had a day to think about everything and I’m excited about the possibilities here. There is so much talent on this team.” If his first…
Yushkevich hopeful return still possible
The Toronto Maple Leafs came under a considerable amount of criticism for not getting a veteran, physical defenseman at the trade dead-line, but they’re still holding out hope they’ll receive one before the end of the regular season. Dmitry Yushkevich, who has been out of the lineup with a blood clot in his right leg since early February, said his most recent ultrasound treatments have revealed considerable shrinkage of the clot to the point where some blood was getting through an artery that was previously blocked. “Hopefully, the future is bright for me,” Yushkevich said. “There is a chance now and I feel more confident about the chance, especially now that I have more support from my doctors. In my first two or three weeks, I had no support from the doctors,…
Savard acquires familiar faces, veterans to help in stretch drive
Montreal Canadiens GM Andre Savard was forced to watch as his Eastern Conference rivals loaded up through trades for the playoffs. While both the New Jersey Devils and New York Rangers, battling the Canadiens for the final two playoff spots, pulled off blockbuster moves at the trade deadline, Savard settled for a pair of low-profile acquisitions - backup goalie Stephane Fiset from Los Angeles for a conditional draft choice and left winger Bill Lindsay from Florida off waivers. “We can’t control what other teams do,” Savard said. “We’re not ready to give away first round picks or top prospects; our base isn’t solid enough yet.” Savard said he inquired about Pittsburgh defenseman Darius Kasparaitis, but the Penguins’ price was too steep. The GM also believes he might have more leverage if defenseman Sheldon…
Upcoming In Hie Hockey World
Here’s what to look for in the coming weeks Sat., April 6 NCAA Frozen Four final in St. Paul, Minn. Sun., April 7 American Hockey League’s regular season concludes Thurs., April 11 IIHF under-18 World Championship begins in Slovakia Sat., April 13 Fitting finale: Eric Lindros’s Rangers end regular season vs. Flyers Sun., April 14 NHL’s regular season concludes Wed., April 17 Stanley Cup playoffs begin Fri., April 26 IIHF men’s World Championship begins in Sweden Sat., May 18 Major junior’s Memorial Cup championship begins in Guelph, Ont. Tues., June 4 Latest possible start date for Stanley Cup final For the latest news, visit thehockeynews.com Next Issue April 12, 2002 NHL Playoff Preview I: Should Owen Nolan be a top pick in office pools? Vancouver’s Todd Bertuzzi has been 2002’s leading point producer. Rick Dudley’s Stretch Drive Report: Check out THN’s new contributor.…
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