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Ted Nolan to skip Saturday's game versus Washington
On Saturday, the Islanders will be hosting the Capitals . Their coach, Ted Nolan, won't be there. Instead, he'll be in Tampa , rooting for his son Brandon, who will be making his NHL debut with the Hurricanes. Chad LaRose has been placed on the IR with a concussion and Justin Williams will be out for at least four months with reconstructive knee surgery. This paved the way for the 24-year ...
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Saturday Roundup/Gamenight: Caps @ Isles
Japers' Rink — ... . Odd, but nice decision (and h/t to RBH on the link). The Isles played last night and won - on the season, they're 6-8-1 following a win (but they're 5-2 in the second game of back-to-backs). Islander GM ...

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