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Sharks sign D Blake away from Kings (AP)

 
Veteran defenseman Rob Blake signed a one-year, $5 million contract with the San Jose Sharks on Friday, leaving Pacific Division rival Los Angeles for a more immediate chance at a championship. Blake spent 13 1/2 of his 18 NHL seasons with Los Angeles, including the past two campaigns. He leaves the losing Kings for the division champion Sharks, whose defensive shortcomings played a role in their... (link)

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