DUCKS NEWS
- Have the Ducks finally figured out their special teams conundrum? [OC Register]
- The Hockey Writers profile Ducks prospect and current Norfolk Admirals skater Kevin Gagne. [The Hockey Writers]
- How long can the Ducks continue to win close games? [The Hockey Writers]
- Ryan Getzlaf, midseason King Clancy Award recipient. [Sabrestop]
- Read this interview with Ryan Getzlaf. [Anaheim Ducks]
AROUND THE NHL
- Colorado Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson has been ruled out for the 2015 NHL All-Star Game after suffering a lower-body injury. [CBS Sports]
- Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin will also miss the NHL All-Star Game because of injuries. Goaltender Pekka Rinne of Nashville already was set to miss the game with a knee injury, and Columbus goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky was replaced Thursday by St. Louis goalie Brian Elliott. [Associated Press]
- Seattle Mayor Ed Murray says he met with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman on a trip to New York this week to reiterate the city’s interest in bringing both leagues to Seattle. [Associated Press]
- A profile of the relationship between top prospect Connor McDavid and Bobby Orr. [CBC]
- Puck Daddy is hosting an All-Star weekend meet up on Fridaynight, Jan. 23, from 6-10 p.m. at Bernard’s Tavern (630 North High St., in the Short North) in Columbus. Stop by if you’re traveling to the game/in the area! [Puck Daddy]
- How much money will the Carolina Hurricanes offer their top free agents? [Canes Country]