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Simon Nemec pulled off a hat trick to lead the New Jersey Devils to a 4-3 overtime win over the Chicago Blackhawks on Wednesday night. [Devils NHL]
In said game, Arseny Gritsyuks move to the top six paid dividends for controlling the pace of play. [Infernal Access $]
After Zack MacEwen was placed on Injured Reserve after Wednesdays game, the team recalled Nathan Legare. [Devils NHL]
There has been no update on Cody Glass after he was also injured on Wednesday night. [The Hockey News]
The Utica Comets continue to struggle after a 6-2 loss to the Syracuse Crunch. [Rome Sentinel]
The great Larry Brooks passed away yesterday. [NY Post]
The hockey world mourns his loss:
Brad Marchand has hit the 1,000 point mark. [NHL]
Steven Stamkos shares his thoughts on staying positive in a shockingly unproductive season. [NHL Predators]
Jim Rutherford speaks out on the state of the Vancouver Canucks. [Sportsnet]
Auston Matthews will miss at least a week after taking an uncalled check from behind from Nikita Zadorov. [NHL]
Jared recently wrote about the NHLs need to take keeping players healthy more seriously. [All About the Jersey]
James sang Nico Dawss praises after a shutout earlier this week. [All About the Jersey]
Jackson wrote about the Devils needing to play better on Monday, and it looks like he is getting his wish so far. [All About the Jersey]
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