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As the Red Wings progress through the season, every game is a learning tool for young defenseman Jonathan Ericsson. The Wings knew from what they saw briefly of Ericsson last season and in the playoffs that he was ready to help their squad. He showed himself reliable in his own end and capable of helping out offensively with his big shot. The transition to the NHL isn't an easy one, though, and Ericsson's biggest adjustment this...

I think the Canucks will win 3-2 in overtime.

Even cooler that they are playing for free to help a struggling franchise!

Raymond with a wicked goal. Here's to 4 more.

I've very impressed. Ever since the trade happened, I liked the sounds of the deal because with Kessel we knew what we were getting compared to a pick who still has to prove themself in the NHL. In addition, Kessel was already at an NHL calibre versus a pick who still takes a 1-4 years to develop. It's great to see Kessel has more goals than any of the Bruins this season having played half as many games. I believe the Leafs will jump...

The Forum is on the top of my list. Back in 93, on a Sunday, while I was visiting family, I got off the subway and touched the doors to the Forum (it was closed) and it gave me chills. I remember it like it was yesterday. Otherwise, I wouldn't mind donning my HABS jersey and walking into any of the old original 6 arenas....people certainly need to know what a winner is all about right.....no, but just to understand the history in this...

And tonight they got spanked by the last place Ducks! Why on earth didn't they start Niemi tonight and play Huet tomorrow against the Kings???????? Bad move.

Shanahan is the man! Nice successful... long career. He'll be missed.

and to help out, sharks lines Heatley-Thornton-Marleau Clowe-Pavelski-Malholtra McGinn-Nichol-Ortmeyer McLaren-Mitchell-Setoguchi Boyle-Murray Blake-Vlasic Huskins-Joslin Ferriero and demers sent back to worchester with the return of blake and setoguchi.

I guess the title says it all. Brian Burke gave up quite a bit for him, and right now he has 8 goals and 3 assists in 12 games. So what are your thoughts? Is he part of the solution for the Leafs? It's far too early to tell who "won" this deal, and we won't know until at least 3-5 years from now, but people can still express their opinions on the deal and his play.