NHL Daily: Josh Bailey, Mark Stone, Boston Bruins
NHL Daily: Islander Josh Bailey is Not Yet an Elite Winger, the Impact of Mark Stone’s Injury, the Boston Bruins’ Final Stretch and More! (Morning NHL Headlines)
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There were five games on the NHL’s Friday night schedule. First, the Blue Jackets topped the Sabres 4-3, the Red Wings beat out the Blackhawks 4-2 and the Wild topped the Panthers 7-4.
Lastly, the Blues topped the Ducks 4-3 and the Penguins beat out the Oilers in a shootout 3-2.
The Highlight of the Night:
NHL Daily: Morning NHL Headlines
Josh Bailey is Not Yet an NHL Elite
Josh Bailey has been an important member of the Islanders but he isn’t nearly an elite winger. Not yet, anyway. [Eyes on Isles]
These Devils Just Can’t Win a Championship
The Devils‘ roster is loaded with some good talents but there are some players on the roster who just simply won’t be able to win a championship wearing the red jersey. [Pucks and Pitchforks]
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Wild Headed For a Stumble?
Are the Wild’s recent struggles a sign that the team is heading for a stumble before the playoffs? Or does this mean the Wild will put in the extra work to make the last stretch a successful run? [Gone Puck Wild]
Mark Stone’s Injury
Senators‘ Mark Stone left the team’s game with an injury that is sure to have a big impact on the team’s final stretch. [Senshot]
Rangers Should Rest Henrik Lundqvist
The Rangers should rest starting goalie Henrik Lunqvist more often before the playoffs. Antti Raanta’s strength in net is enough to keep them in good standing til the postseason while giving Lundqvist the rest he needs for playoff strength. [Blue Line Station]
Leafs’ Pre-Finals Season Thoughts
The Maple Leafs are approaching the final stretch before the playoffs and are hoping to grab the wild card spot before the season runs out. See five thoughts as the Leafs hit the final stretch. [Editor-in-Leaf]
Bruins’ Final Stretch
The Boston Bruins are readying themselves for the final stretch this month as the playoffs quickly approach. Currently the Bruins hold third place in the Atlantic Division but their competitors are coming in close. [Causeway Crowd]