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AP Hockey WriterCallahan's move to TV may be model for other injured playersBy STEPHEN WHYNORyan Callahan figured he would visit a specialist and learn how to fix the back issues that plagued him last season.Instead, two doctor visits brought the diagnosis of degenerative disk disease and the end of...

AP Sports Writer'Saucer-eyed': Caps, others count on rookies in NHL playoffsBy HOWARD FENDRICHARLINGTON, Va. (AP) The Washington Capitals have never used more rookies during a single postseason than the half-dozen who helped Alex Ovechkin and Co. reach the Eastern Conference final.They're contributing in various ways, including with secondary...

AP Sports WriterSchmaltz looking to take next step with BlackhawksBy JAY COHENCHICAGO (AP) While the Chicago Blackhawks tumbled into last place last season, Nick Schmaltz showed off the flashy skills that made him a first-round pick in 2014.Another step forward for the center might have more to do...

Nylander scores twice, Maple Leafs power past Jets 6-3WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) William Nylander had two goals and an assist as the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Winnipeg Jets 6-3 on Thursday night to extend their point streak to nine games.Kasperi Kapanen had a goal and assist, and Travis...

NHL eyes rule forcing player without helmet to go to benchBOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) An NHL rule has been drafted that would force a skater to go to the bench when he loses his helmet. A player may now stay on the ice.The general managers said at their...

The Minnesota Wild and the New York Rangers will both be gunning for a victory on Monday when they meet at Madison Square Garden. When: 7:00 PM ET, Monday, October 27, 2014 Where: Madison Square Garden, New York, New York TV: 7 p.m. ET, FSN North (Minnesota), MSG (New York) PREDICTION: Rangers...

Associated PressHenrique, Getzlaf power Ducks to 5-4 SO win over PredatorsBy DAN GREENSPANANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) The Anaheim Ducks started shooting early, and they never stopped. It was a successful formula, one they want to use more often.Adam Henrique had two goals and an assist, Ryan Getzlaf got the...

Pysyk scores 3 times as Panthers beat Maple Leafs 5-3TORONTO (AP) Mark Pysyk scored three times in his first career hat trick, and the Florida Panthers beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-3 on Monday night.Mike Hoffman had a goal and an assist for Florida, which trailed 3-1 early...

Capitals' Shattenkirk suspended 2 games for chargingNEW YORK (AP) Washington Capitals defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk has been suspended two games for charging Los Angeles Kings defenseman Kevin Gravel.The NHL announced the suspension Sunday about six hours before the Capitals were to play the Anaheim Ducks. Shattenkirk will miss that...

Smith scores twice, Blackhawks beat Canadiens 4-1MONTREAL (AP) Corey Crawford doesn’t know why he plays well against his hometown team.The veteran goalie stopped 32 shots to help the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Montreal Canadiens 4-1 on Wednesday night.Crawford, from suburban Chateauguay, Quebec, improved to 11-2-2 against the Canadiens.“I...

AP Sports WriterTurris scores late, Predators beat Blues 2-1By TERESA M. WALKERNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) The Nashville Predators have their first three-game winning streak since October and appear to finally be finding their way under new coach John Hynes as they try to fight their way into the playoff...

AP Sports WriterBoudreau, Wild aim to disprove belief they are on declineBy DAVE CAMPBELLST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) After their six-year streak of making the playoffs came to an end, the Minnesota Wild went through an eventful summer in which the major change was made in the front office,...