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usatoday.com - 11/18/2008

Memo to NHL fans: Enjoy the game for what it is today

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Don't worry abou the NHL's popularity level. It's a beautiful game and it should be enjoyed angst-free.

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slam.canoe.ca - 11/18/2008

Memo no hit with NHL defensemen

— slam.canoe.ca — The NHL has to do something to reduce the number of injuries due to illegal checks. Sarich... doesn't want to see hits that are considered clean now become infractions simply because a player suffers an injury. (more) Memo no hit with NHL defensemen

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