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Friday Funbag: How many NHL teams actually have a "starting" goalie?
Plus, how would I look at international NHL expansion?
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Sean Shapiro
On the reality of the Stars defense and the Nils Lundvist
Some thoughts on the whole situation that seems to be the hot-button topic this week.
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Did you know there was an SHL-NHL agreement that impacted prospect assignment?
Thanks to Fredrik Olofsson for sending me down this wormhole.
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Friday Funbag: It's not easy being an NHL PR person
The league and the top decision makers don't make it easy on those who have to actually handle the messaging.
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For new father Ville Husso mornings with Emmi have become the best start to the day
The Detroit Red Wings goalie discusses fatherhood and how it's changed his perspectives.
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Understanding why Stars top defensive prospect Lian Bichsel is returning to Sweden
On European assignment clauses and how it impacts Bichsel and the Stars
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What NHL scouts think about the Red Wings adding Patrick Kane
On the Red Wings newest addition and how others think it'll play out.
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By signing Patrick Kane the Yzerplan has moved into the next stage
On why the concept matters, even more than the actual player itself.
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It's time to officially consider the Red Wings a playoff contender
On Detroit's win agains the Wild and why things feel a bit different this season.
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Sean Shapiro
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Friday Funbag: Chicago doesn't get the benefit of the doubt
Plus your questions on ice conditions, lines, and AHL affiliations.
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How skating coach Luke Chilcott helps the Stars find an edge
Plus commentary on select Stars skating styles with the skating coach.
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Twas the night before Thanksgiving and the hockey was good
A smattering of thoughts from a fun night flipping from game to game.
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Lucas Raymond improved defensively and it's let him play faster in the process
Even with the team struggling in Sweden, the Red Wings winger continued to take steps.
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Mike Modano is finally getting his statue in Dallas
On the Stars No. 9 and how we balance post-playing career decisions.
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Could and should anyone even trade for Nikita Zadorov right now?
The defenseman has requested a trade, how should teams react to this?
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Friday Funbag: A look into the RSN crystal ball
Thanks for bearing with me this week.
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