White House visit leaves Wings star-struck

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Professional athletes tend not to "get the jitters" on many occasions, but several members of the Detroit Red Wings, including captain Nicklas Lidstrom, were moved by their reception at the White House today. The Vancouver Province's Tony Gallagher says that... [link]

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Puck Headlines: Battle of the beaten for Flyers, Avalanche
Published 10/16/2008 by Greg Wyshynski at Puck Daddy
... Dallas Stars at St. Louis Blues (8:30 p.m. EDT; TV: FSSW, FSMW). Here's a completely underplayed story worth keeping an eye on: The resurgence of Mike Modano as a force with the Stars, thanks to the youth infusion. St. Louis Game Time has some interesting pregame coverage from the Blues' side.  • Finally, here's audio of Darren McCarty recalling the honor of being recognized by President Bush at the White House:

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