Head shot ban

Players with nhl jerseys must obey the rule that head shot is not allowed.

The union’s representatives on the competition committee signed off on the new rule Wednesday. The executive board will soon vote on the proposed edict to eliminate dangerous hits against unsuspecting skaters. If the ban passes, the NHL will be allowed to issue supplemental discipline to violators this season.

The six players on the committee said in a statement that they have deliberated and endorsed to the NHLPA Executive Board the League’s proposal to implement supplemental discipline this season for blindside hits to the head. Their Executive Board will vote on this recommendation and they will respond back to the League with a decision in the next 24-48 hours.

Conklin 29 saves

Ty Conklin with st louis blues hockey jersey has gone from backup to a key part of the team for a playoff spot.

Conklin made a second straight start, both road victories for the Blues. He has four shutouts and 10 wins in only 23 games this season. Conklin beat the New York Rangers on Thursday.“It’s amazing what he’s able to do,” Blues coach Davis Payne said. “He’d been on the bench for a while and all of a sudden, he was thrown into the fire. To perform like that takes a guy with great focus and a great amount of intensity to step in, see the guy at the other end of the ice, and find a way to beat him 1-zip.”

Conklin said they know where they are at. They have to win the majority of their games.

Coyotes beat Stars

Players with phoenix coyotes jerseys got another win for the team.

Adrian Aucoin scored in the fourth round of the tiebreaker and the Coyotes matched a franchise record with their ninth straight victory, 3-2 over the Stars on Sunday night. Phoenix goalie Jason LaBarbera said for a team that supposed to have a lot of skills, they are finding ways to win in a shootout. They have so much confidence right now and he thinks that's the big difference.

Vrbata set up Prucha's goal, scored himself on Phoenix's second power play of the ninght, striking from the left circle at 2:23 of the second period for a 2-0 edge.

Kopecky scores twice

Kopecky with blackhawks jersey did a lot to help the team passing Kings.

Tomas Kopecky scored twice in a 3:20 span in the third period, and Antti Niemi made 17 saves for his fifth career shutout in the Blackhawks’ 3-0 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday night.

“We knew they have a good team and we focused on defense,” Kopecky said. “Everything starts with the defense.” captain Jonathan Toews said they work hard as a tem, but those guys came through for them an really got them that win.

Mikael Samuelsson out for 3 weeks

Winger Mikael Samuelsson with canucks jersey would be out with an undisclosed upper body injury.

Samuelsson left during the third period of a contest that also saw his seven-game point streak come to an end. The 33-year-old had seven of his nine goals during that span in the five games since being moved onto the Canucks’ No. 1 line with fellow Swedes Daniel and Henrik Sedin.

“He’s been playing really well,” Vancouver coach Alain Vigneault said. “Obviously he was contributing to our success and it’s something we’ll have to deal with.”

Ovechkin got 2-game suspension

Star Alex Ovechkin with capitals jersey said he was upset by a two=game suspension issued for a hit on Chicago's Campell.

In a brief interview with reporters in South Florida, the two-time MVP first said he was sorry that the hit resulted in an injury for Campbell and added that he was “disappointed” it resulted in a two-game suspension. He answered just three questions before a Capitals team official ended the session.

“I think it was like the heat of the hit,” Ovechkin said when asked if he was surprised by the league’s decision. “I think it was just a little push.”

Coyotes beat Thrashers

Lee Stempniak with phoenix coyotes jersey only want to know why the team did not trade for him sooner.

“It’s been a really good fit for me,” he said. “It was a fresh start, leaving Toronto. These are easy guys to live with. We’ve developed some good chemistry.”Adrian Aucoin scored the shootout winner, Stempniak had his sixth goal in five games with Phoenix, and the Coyotes beat the Atlanta Thrashers 3-2 on Sunday for their fifth straight victory.Atlanta has lost six straight, including four at home, but Nik Antropov thought the Thrashers improved.

Antropov said they just came up short, but basically they needed the two. They played a good game.

Ryan Miller is named Olympic MVP

It is reported that Team USA goaltender Ryan Miller was named the MVP of the Olympic hockey tournament and was one of three Americans to make the tourney's All-Star team.

Miller, defenseman Brian Rafalski and forward Zach Parise were named to the team along with Canadian defenseman Shea Weber and forward Jonathan Toews and Slovakia forward Pavol Demitra, who led all scorers at the Games with 10 points. The All Star team of the Olympic tournament was named after the second period of the gold-medal game. Rafalski earned best defenseman honors and Toews was named best forward.

Morrow finds his role in Team Canada

Team Canada forward Brenden Morrow is one of the foot soldiers that makes any team work. The Dallas Stars winger showed his value to Team Canada on Friday night, scoring the team's second goal in an 3-2 win against Slovakia the Olympic tournament semifinal.

Morrow was also on the ice for the winning goal, by Ryan Getzlaf on a second-period power play. Morrow now has goals in back-to-back games as he and his teammates prepare to play Team USA in Sunday's gold-medal game here at Canada Hockey Place. On Friday night, he played 11:39, managing the goal, two shots and an even rating. Let us put on team usa jerseys and support them!

Vanbiesbrouck on NHL Live!

A special extra edition of NHL Live! will be broadcast streamed on Sunday from 12–2 p.m. ET. In addition to a visit from NHL.com's Shawn Roarke, Dan Rosen and John Dellapina from Vancouver, former NHL goaltender John Vanbiesbrouck, NHL Live! co-host E.J. Hradek and former NHL player, coach and executive Marshall Johnston are also scheduled to appear.

NHL Live! is broadcast from the NHL Store Powered By Reebok in New York. Deb Placey and Rob Simpson will co-host Sunday's show.

Weber and Suter appear on NHL Live!

Nashville Predators defensemen Shea Weber and Ryan Suter will be among the guests on Thursday’s edition of NHL Live!, scheduled from noon-2 p.m. on NHL Network and NHL.com and broadcast on XM Radio. Weber will be part of Team Canada at the Winter Olympics in Vancouver, while Suter will play for Team USA.

Also scheduled to appear to speak with co-hosts Deb Placey and E.J. Hradek NBC and NESN hockey analyst Mike Milbury and CBC play-by-play man Jim Hughson.

Red Wings' Holland appeared on NHL Live!

Detroit Red Wings GM Ken Holland will be among the guests on NHL Live! on Tuesday, scheduled from noon-2 p.m. on NHL Network and NHL.com and broadcast on XM Radio. Holland, who has been the Wings' GM since 1997, is also assisting Team Canada executive director Steve Yzerman.

Also scheduled to appear to speak with co-hosts Deb Placey and Billy Jaffe are retired defenseman Bret Hedican, Pierre McGuire of NBC and TSN and Kevin Allen of USA Today. NHL Live! is broadcast from the NHL Store Powered By Reebok in New York City.

Cammalleri is sidelined for 6 to 8 weeks

According to published reports, Cammalleri suffered an injury in his right knee in a loss to the Senators on Saturday. The Olympic break means the Canadiens will be without their star center for at least 14 games, including the next seven contests prior to the break. Cammalleri was injured on a check by Senators defenseman Anton Volchenkov midway at the third period. He was seen leaving Scotiabank Place and remained stiff as he walked.

"I'm hoping it's not too bad," Cammalleri told the Montreal Gazette after the game. In addition to Cammalleri, who leads the team with 26 goals and a plus-10 rating in his canadiens jersey, forward Andrei Kostitsyn, who suffered a knee injury on Dec. 30, can not come back until after the Olympic game.

Mariners agree to add Casey Kotchman

The Mariners and first baseman Casey Kotchman have reached agreement on a one-year contract. Kotchman was acquired from the Red Sox on Jan. 7. Details of the agreement have not been announced, but it is believed that two sides split the difference and Kotchman will receive about $3.5 million in 2010.

Center fielder Franklin Gutierrez signed a four-year, $20.5 million contract extension on Jan. 8; right-handed relievers David Aardsma and Mark Lowe signed on Jan. 19 respectively; and, the following day, right-hander Felix Hernandez signed a five-year, $78 million contract extension and right-handed reliever Brandon League also reached an agreement. Fans look forward to seeing them playing for the team in the mariners jerseys.

Jack Johnson is out for the game against Bruins

Kings defenseman Jack Johnson will miss contest against the Boston Bruins due to an upper body injury. Randy Jones will take his place in the lineup. Johnson suffered the injury on Thursday during the second period of the Kings win over the Blue Jackets. During the play, Johnson was hit by Wayne Simmonds and Jared Boll on the boards. Johnson did not come back the game.

Terry Murray explained the injury during the Kings post game media. “Jack got hit on the hit that Simmer had on Boll. It’s a little bit of an upper-body injury. I haven’t got any medical report on it, quite honestly. I don’t think it’s something we are overly concerned about. We’re hoping that he’s able to recover from it and help us be a part of the next two games on the road.” Johnson, who has tallied 19 in 52 games this season in the los angeles kings jersey and was named to Team USA with teammates Jonathan Quick and Dustin Brown, returned to the ice on Friday and skated during the team’s practice in Boston.

Feldman agrees to join in Rangers

The Rangers and Scott Feldman have agreed on a one-year deal to avoid an arbitration hearing for the right-handed pitcher. The club made the announcement at the 2010 Dr Pepper Texas Rangers Mid-Winter Awards Banquet on Friday night. Last season, Feldman went 17-8 with a 4.08 ERA in 31 starts in the rangers jersey and was named the Texas Rangers' Pitcher of the Year for 2009 by the Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter of the Baseball Writers' Association of America.

Earlier this week, the Rangers agreed to a one-year deal with closer Frank Francisco to avoid an arbitration hearing. Francisco, who can be a free agent after the season, agreed to a $3,265,000 contract for 2010. He has made $1,615,000 in 2009.

Tracy agrees to join in Cubs

The Cubs agreed to a Minor League deal with veteran corner infielder Chad Tracy, who received an invitation to Spring Training camp, and will earn $900,000 if he makes the Major League roster, plus up to an additional $525,000 if he reaches 450 plate appearances. He will also earn $100,000 if he wins the Comeback Player of the Year Award.

Tracy batted .237 with eight home runs and 39 RBIs in 98 games with the D-backs last season, with 66 appearances at first base and eight at third base. The veteran has battled injuries the past three seasons, including a right oblique strain last year, and hasn't played in more than 100 games since 2006. His best season came in 2005, when he batted .308 with 27 home runs, 73 runs scored and 72 RBIs.

Tracy is expected to compete with Micah Hoffpauir as the club's left-handed bat off the bench and can serve as both a backup first baseman and third baseman. The Mets, Orioles and Rockies were also reportedly after Tracy. Hope he can play well in his new cubs jersey.

Reds agree to term with Cabrera

A Major League source said late Saturday that the Reds agreed to terms with free-agent Orlando Cabrera on a one-year, $3 million contract. The deal includes a $3 million option for 2011 that carries a $1 million buyout. The Reds have not confirmed the deal yet. The Reds had a superb defensive player in Paul Janish at shortstop after dealing Alex Gonzalez in August, but they have spent the winter seeking a stronger offensive role.

Cabrera batted .284 with nine home runs, 77 RBIs and a .313 on-base percentage in 160 games combined last season with the Astros and Twins. He helped Minnesota reach the postseason after his trade from Oakland. Now he is going to play in the reds jersey.

Hillen is sent to hospital

New York Islanders' Jack Hillen was taken to the hospital after being struck by a hard shot from Capitals' Alex Ovechkin in the first period at the Nassau Coliseum. The Islanders said Hillen was taken to the hospital by ambulance to be evaluated. Hillen was protecting the area in front of goalie Dwayne Roloson during a power play when Ovechkin wound up for a drive in between the blue line and the circles. Hillen appeared to be hit in the chin and immediately dropped to the ice in the period in his islanders jersey.

"When I saw it hit him, it was kind of a delayed reaction on Jack's part," Isles coach Scott Gordon said after the game. "Obviously once he went down, I knew it wasn't going to be good." Teammates and Ovechkin tapped their sticks on the ice as Hillen went down the tunnel.

Reed and Register sign Blue Jays' Minors deals

The Blue Jays added outfielder Jeremy Reed and right-hander Steve Register to Minor League contracts that include invitations to attend Spring Training with the big league club. After spending five seasons with the Mariners, Reed spent 2009 with the New York Mets, hitting .242 over 126 games in the mets jersey. Earlier this offseason, Toronto inked outfielder Joey Gathright to a similar Minor League deal. Reed and Gathright will likely compete for a backup outfield role on the Opening Day roster.

Register split last season between the Rockies and Phillies organizations. He appeared in one game with Phillies and finished a combined 2-5 with a 3.92 ERA at Triple-A over 50 relief appearances. Originally selected in the third round of the 2004 Player Draft by the Rockies, Register was claimed off waivers by the Phillies in May.

Tejada does his part in Haiti

The free-agent shortstop took a helicopter on Sunday to Haiti, airlifting supplies which are collected for victims of last week's earthquake. Tejada had arranged for food, water and medical supplies to be delivered to Port-au-Prince from Dominican Republic, and boarded a helicopter to oversee its delivery to the capital of the devastated country in the Caribbean.

In a telephone interview with The Associated Press, the Major League veteran and six-time All-Star called the tragedy in Haiti unbelievable and pledged to help any way he could.

Royals club reach out to aid Haiti

Zack Greinke and David DeJesus of the Royals will cooperate with Heart to Heart International to aid the Haiti earthquake victims.In addition, DeJesus has pledged $2,500 to Heart to Heart, a donation that has been matched by Royals Charities. Heart to Heart will be collecting donations and items, including towels, soap and other toiletries, at all five Kansas City area Sam's Clubs on Saturday and Sunday as well.

Heart to Heart International has a staff in Port-au-Prince and has created a humanitarian bridge from the United States through the Dominican Republic to Haiti. The Royals have teamed up to aid victims of other disasters, including the tsunami in South Asia.

Alfredsson returns to the lineup

Daniel Alfredsson will be back in the lineup when the Senators face off against the Canadiens at the Bell Centre in Montreal. It's a huge lift for Ottawa heading into a showdown. "It feels good to be back and it feels good to be ready to play," Alfredsson said at the Bell Centre. "I'm confident I'm going to go in there and be able to help the team. I wouldn't be back if I thought there was any risk."

Alfredsson has been sidelined since separating his left shoulder during a Dec. 23 game against the Penguins in Pittsburgh. The original prognosis suggested a 4-to-6 week absence from the lineup. He skated on a line with Nick Foligno and Mike Fisher at the morning skate in the senators jersey.

Ribeiro has been taken to hospital

Stars center Mike Ribeiro was taken to a hospital following an incident with the Rangers forward Christopher Higgins. At the second period, Ribeiro took the stick in the throat and stayed on the ice for several minutes while trainers attended to him. He was able to skate off under his own power, but did not return to the game. "He's got something wrong with his throat, but we got him at the hospital now making sure everything’s OK," Stars coach Marc Crawford said. "It's a contusion, and they're just making sure his airways are all clear."

Higgins was given a two-minute penalty. "It's not my decision. If there's an injury on the play, you're supposed to get four minutes," Crawford said. "They didn't think it was a severe enough injury. That's tough for them to call."

Goaltender Leclaire is injured during Thursday's game

Ottawa Senators goaltender Pascal Leclaire suffered an injury during Thursday's practice at Madison Square Garden, and the team has recalled Mike Brodeur from AHL to start Thursday's game against the New York Rangers. Brodeur (not Devils goalie Martin Brodeur) stopped 22 shots in the game against the Minnesota Wild on Dec. 19 in senators jersey.

The Calgary native has appeared in 19 games this season with Binghamton, posting a 6-6-1 record with two shutouts. He was hurt by a shot during Thursday's morning skate at MSG, but it was not known where he was injured.

NHL donates $100,000 for Haiti relief

It is reported that on behalf of its member clubs, the National Hockey League donated $100,000 to UNICEF on Thursday in support of that organization's efforts to help the victims of the devastating earthquake in Haiti.

"The catastrophe in Haiti requires an urgent response from the National Hockey League family," NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said. "The victims need food, water, temporary housing and basic medical supplies, and the emergency effort by UNICEF is helping to provide those critical commodities to communities in desperate need."

Braves come to terms with Hinske

After introducing Troy Glaus as his new first baseman last week, Braves general manager Frank Wren indicated that he was close to a deal that would essentially end his offseason roster reconstruction. It seems that the process has been completed with the signing of Eric Hinske, who is expected to primarily be used off the bench. A Major League source confirmed that Hinske has agreed to term on a one-year contract with the Braves.

Hinske combined to hit .242 with eight homers in 190 at-bats with the Pirates and Yankees this past season. The veteran has been a member of each of the past three American League teams that competed in the World Series. While hitting .247 with 20 homers for the Rays in 2008, Hinske made 84 of his 115 starts as an outfielder. He hit .300 with three doubles and seven walks in 38 appearances in 2009. Hope he can still play well in the braves jersey.

Yankees agree to terms with Mitre

The Yankees has agreed to term Mitre on a one-year contract. Mitre will earn a base salary of $850,000, plus possible performance incentives. The Yankees officially announced the signing on Thursday morning. Mitre was 3-3 with a 6.79 ERA in 12 games for the Yankees in 2009, returning to the big leagues after undergoing ligament-replacement surgery in July.

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said that Mitre will enter Spring Training in competition for the fifth starter's role as well as auditioning. If Mitre does not make the team out of Spring Training, he would have to clear waivers to be assigned to the Minor Leagues, but his affordable contract and potential upside could make him attractive to other clubs. Mitre has pitched in parts of six Major League seasons with the Cubs, Marlins and Yankees.

Indians trade Jackson to Blue Jays

Recently Zach Jackson, one of four players acquired by the Indians in the 2008 trade that sent Sabathia to Milwaukee, is now on the move again. The Tribe has traded the left-handed Jackson to the Blue Jays. Jackson has been assigned from the Triple-A Columbus roster to the Las Vegas 51s' roster.

Jackson made nine starts for the in the '08 season, going 2-3 with a 5.55 ERA in the indians jersey. He won a bullpen job in Spring Training last year, but he didn't spend much time with the big league club. He has made three appearances and one start for the Tribe in '09, posting a 9.35 ERA.

Maple Leafs lose Grabovski and Primeau due to injuries

The team announced last weekend that Toronto Maple Leafs forwards Mikhail Grabovski and Wayne Primeau will miss periods of time after being injured in Saturday’s loss to Calgary Flames. Grabovski sustained a fractured wrist during the first period and is expected to be out of the lineup for six weeks. Primeau suffered a knee injury during the third period and will be out of the lineup from two to four weeks.

Grabovski has appeared in all 42 games this season in his toronto maple leafs jersey and is tied for fifth in team scoring with 25 points. Primeau has two goals and three assists in 35 games this season.

Colorado Rockies may sign Olivo

A report on Wednesday indicated that the Rockies were attempting to sign a deal with Olivo to be the primary backup. In December Iannetta signed a three-year extension with the team worth $8.3 million. Olivo hit .249 with 23 home runs and 65 RBIs in 2009 with the Kansas City Royals. He also has played parts of three seasons with the Padres and Marlins.

The Rockies' decision to add Olivo means the end of Yorvit Torrealba's run in Colorado. Torrealba was seeking a two-year deal worth $6 million to return to Colorado Rockies. Last month Rockies general manager Dan O'Dowd told the paper that he was not optimistic about being reached to retain Torrealba. Hope Olivo can put on the rockies jersey successfully.

New York Mets sign Kelvim Escobar

The New York Mets announced that they have signed right-handed pitcher Kelvim Escobar, one of five active pitchers who have made 200 or more starts and saved 50 or more games to a one-year Major League contract. Escobar was 18-7 with a 3.40 ERA in 30 starts for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in 2007. Injuries and surgery limited him to one Major League start over the last two seasons.

Escobar, who saved 38 games for Toronto in 2002, underwent right labrum surgery on July 29, 2007. He made one start in 2009 with the Angels on June 6, allowing four hits, two runs, earned, with four walks and five strikeouts at Detroit. He also made three rehabilitation appearances last season, two for Rancho Cucamonga of the California League and one for Salt Lake of the Pacific Coast League.

Escobar has posted double figures six times during his career and has struck out 1,310 batters in 1,507 innings. In addition to Escobar, the four other active pitchers who have started 200 more games and saved 50 more games are Derek Lowe, John Smoltz, Ryan Dempster and Tom Gordon. Hope Escobar can play well in the new mets jersey.

Lightning's Malone will appear on NHL Live!

It is said that Tampa Bay Lightning forward Ryan Malone will be among the guests on NHL Live! tomorrow scheduled from noon to 2 p.m. on NHL Network and NHL.com. Also scheduled to appear to speak with co-hosts Deb Placey and E.J. Hradek are Eddie Olcyzk of NBC and NHL Radio, as well as USA Today's Kevin Allen, Jim Hughson of CBC and Brian Engblom of Versus.

A former fourth-round pick of the Pittsburgh Penguins, Malone has 19 goals and 16 assists in 38 games for the Lightning this season. This is his second campaign in Tampa Bay after spending four seasons in the pittsburgh penguins jersey.