Marleafs. Get it? Marlies plus ....

Anyway, with the team relying on the talents of about 3 legit NHL players they of course gave Edmonton a win last night, and an embarrassing win. Who is left that isn't injured now? I guess Komarov, only because when Lou brought out the trusty crowbar Leo simply looked at it and it turned to rubber.

Leafs 2 at Eberle 3, plus two more Oilers goals - PPP
Outplay the home team and still lose. Classy Tanking.

McDavid and Eberle Lead the Oilers to Victory - The Copper & Blue
Eberle scored three goals. McDavid had five points. The Rexall Place fans went home happy.

Other Leafs News

Snoop Dogg wore a Mitch Marner jersey for London show - PPP
It was in London, so yup - it was Marner's Knights jersey.

Leafs’ Rielly, Babcock praise Phaneuf’s evolving leadership qualities - The G&M
Different from public perception, the newest Ottawa Senator evolved into a well-respected leader during a six-year run in Toronto, and his wisdom made an impression on his coach and teammates

Last Night's Other Games

Ovechkin had a hat trick last night. The third goal was hilarious.

Goal 32

Goal 33

Goal 34

SB Nation Game Recaps

Highlight Recap, Game #56: Blue Jackets vs. Ducks - The Cannon
Dubinsky, Wennberg lead comeback as Jackets down Ducks 4-3 in a shootout

#OBESTKIN Records Hat-Trick, Tames Wild 4-3 - Japers' Rink
The NHL-leading Capitals defeated the Minnesota Wild Thursday night behind the single-period hat-trick of Alex Ovechkin.

First-period burst fuels 3rd straight win - Lighthouse Hockey
The Islanders had five different goal scorers as they cruised to a 5-2 victory over the Kings, their third consecutive win.

Flames escape Sharks' bite with 6-5 shootout win - Matchsticks and Gasoline
After a messy game where both teams managed 5 goals, Colborne and Hudler win it in the shootout. The Calgary Flames leave San Jose with another 2 points, but possibly an injured Ramo.

Eaves' First Period Hat Trick Powers Dallas Through Hawks 4-2 - Defending Big D
The Stars pulled to within one point of the Blackhawks in the standings thanks to a ridiculous first period performance from Patrick Eaves.

Women's Hockey News

Brampton Thunder pick up a point against Les Canadiennes - PPP
Brampton played well against the league's best but left three points on the table--something that could cost them home ice in the playoffs.

Interview with Beth Hanrahan of the Riveters - Blueshirt Banter
A Gryffindor at heart, Hanrahan is magic on and off the ice and a fan favorite at Aviator Sports and Events Center- the home of the New York Riveters.

The CWHL is more than a game; it's an experience - Eyes On The Prize
The opportunity not only to watch the best, but to be close to them is what sets the CWHL apart.

Other News

Karri Ramo hurt in the Flames 6-5 SO win over San Jose - Matchsticks and Gasoline
Ramo left in the 3rd period and did not return. He will not be in the Flames lineup tomorrow against the Coyotes.

Evander Kane fights Alex Petrovic, all three rounds - Die By The Blade
The fought three times. The last fight was brutal.

Prospect Jakob Chychrun travels long road from U.S. sunbelt to NHL draft - The Globe and Mail
Rated the No. 2 North American skater by NHL Central Scouting at the season’s midway point, Chychrun has hockey in his genes and accumulated a lot of Air Miles commuting to Michigan as his talent developed.

Inked: Ryan Murray Signs Two-Year Extension - The Cannon
The contract extension for Murray runs through the end of the 2017-2018 season. He will make $5.65 million with the new contract with an even $2.825 million split over each of the next two seasons - both in cap hit and actual salary.

The NHL redesigned its website and everyone hates it - SBNation.com
The league's latest failure to its fans? Its own website.

Blackhawks could reportedly pursue Drake Caggiula as undrafted free agent - Second City Hockey
Caggiula is the linemate of Hawks first-rounder Nick Schmaltz at UND.

Quenneville: NHL admits refs were wrong on overturned goal call - Second City Hockey
The Blackhawks head coach says the league thought Brandon Mashinter should have been credited with a goal.

Dallas Stars Might Not Pursue Defense Via Trade - Defending Big D
The Stars are a perplexing defensive puzzle. Though improved, the unit still falls short of true excellence. Sooner or later, a move of some kind will be made. No two players will feel the impact of whatever resolution the Stars decide more than Alex Goligoski and Jason Demers.

Hurricanes 2006 Stanley Cup Reunion: Staal, Ward, Brind'Amour Reflect On The Championship - Canes Country
Relive the magic of the spring of 2006 through the eyes of the players still with the team ten years later.

I think the Flyers just made fun of MDZ's porn star incident - Broad Street Hockey
[Species: Probably not, but it's funny for the simple reminder MDZ has had a porn star 'incident'.]

Could Ben Scrivens usurp Mike Condon's backup job? - Eyes On The Prize
It's not exactly a goaltender controversy, but is Ben Scrivens making a case for himself to be Carey Price's backup?

Enjoy your long weekend!

(unless you live in New Brunswick - HA! HA!)

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