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Lace 'em up. Time for the Morning Skate.

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RECLAMATION PROJECTS

Phil Kessel couldn't make it work in Toronto. Nick Bonino was jettisoned by the Ducks as a spare part. Carl Hagelin bounced from the Rangers to the Ducks without much success. And now, all three are thriving in Pittsburgh, contributing yet again in a Game 3 win.

Kessel deservedly earned most of the praise after his two goals spurred the Penguins to victory, but Bonino and Hagelin have given the Lightning fits all series, as well. Credit to Penguins GM Jim Rutherford for spotting struggling players and seizing the opportunity when they became available.

WHAT ARE YOU DOING, ALEX?

We broke down how one bad decision re-ignited the Sharks' power play in Game 2.

UP TO NO GOOD

Corey Perry came under fire this week for a "garbage play" on an NHL draft prospect at the World Championships.

I'VE HEARD THIS BEFORE

Coyotes fans want their AHL team to be named Teamy McTeamFace.

WAYNE SIMMONDS IS A #GOODDUDE

A story about the Flyers winger and a little kid made the rounds yesterday and it's adorable.

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YES, EVEN GMS GET AWARDS









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