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Top 10 worst shootout attempts ever!

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He’s Back!

By admin | March 10, 2010

Per NHL.com:

The Atlanta Thrashers on Wednesday called up 48-year-old defenseman Chris Chelios.

Chelios has spent most of the season with the Thrashers’ AHL team, the Chicago Wolves. In 46 games, he had 5 goals and 22 points, and was fourth in the league with a plus-34 rating.

“Chris has been an outstanding leader and mentor for our young players in Chicago and his level of play has made him deserving of this opportunity,” said Thrashers GM Don Waddell. “He’s a tremendous competitor who strengthens our group of defensemen and instantly adds a veteran presence to our locker room.”

Chelios has 185 goals, 948 points and 2,891 penalty minutes in 1,644 games with the Canadiens, Blackhawks and Red Wings.

In his 25 NHL seasons, he’s first all-time in games played by a defenseman, and fourth in League history, behind only Gordie Howe, Mark Messier and Ron Francis. He’s also in the top 10 among defensemen in assists (eighth) and points (10th). He’s also won three Norris trophies.

Last season, Chelios was scoreless in 28 regular-season games with the Red Wings and another six in the playoffs.

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Ryan Whitney cross checks Chris Neil in the head!

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The Hockey Theme on Rock Band!

By admin | March 9, 2010

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Worst shootout attempt ever?

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2k11 cover athlete: Ryan Kesler

By admin | March 9, 2010

2K Sports announced today they have signed Ryan Kesler, star two-way forward for the Vancouver Canucks® and 2010 Winter Olympics hero, to be featured as the cover athlete and spokesman for their upcoming video game, NHL® 2K11. Kesler, a vital member of the upstart 2010 U.S. Olympic hockey team, captured the collective attention of sports fans around the world with his gritty and awe-inspiring performance, and will now look to bring the same electrifying play to NHL 2K11.

“Having the opportunity to participate in the Olympics and play in front of my home crowd was one of the best experiences of my life. To now be chosen as the next cover athlete for NHL 2K11 is another dream come true,” said Kesler, alternate captain for the Vancouver Canucks. “It was awesome to work with 2K Sports last year on the NHL 2K10 commercial shoot and the outdoor motion capture session on the Las Vegas strip was incredible to be a part of. I’m looking forward to having just as much fun again, and helping them make another great hockey game this year.”

Drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in 2003 as the 23^rd overall pick in the first round, Kesler has spent his entire five-year NHL career with the Canucks. As a 2009 Selke Trophy finalist, awarded annually to the top defensive player in the league, Kesler has blossomed into one of the most feared and relentless players on the ice. Best known as a two-way forward, Kesler also set personal statistical records last season with 26 goals and 33 assists. He was honored with the Cyclone Taylor award last year as team MVP and has helped to lead the Canucks this year to the top of the Northwest division.

“Ryan is one of the most talented and exciting players to watch in the NHL today and his popularity has grown exponentially since the recent success of Team USA at the Winter Olympics,” said Greg Thomas, senior vice president of sports development for 2K. “We’re thrilled to have him represent NHL 2K11 and wish him the best of luck through the rest of this season.”

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