Good Morning!

News came out last night that Jeremy Bracco won't be invited to the USA World junior mini-camp, so he won't be on the roster. Now, I"m not one to say it's a conspiracy, but I bet they're pissed he left the NCAA. anyway we'll have more on that up later this morning.

Tomorrow is the only Leafs game over the next 8 days. An early Christmas break for the team, but it gives James Reimer a chance to heal and Jonathan Bernier a chance to keep holding down the fort in the AHL, and getting his groove back.

Here's some links for you!

WATCH: Marner scores hat trick for second time in two nights - Pension Plan Puppets

Whirlwind week for Leafs' Sparks in the books - Article - TSN

Bernier Gets Fan and Goal Support in 9-0 Shutout | The LeafsNation

Are Stamkos and Cooper on the same page? - Article - TSN

Brandon Prust is Mocking the NHL's Player Safety Practices - Winging It In Motown

Brandon Prust gets fined 5k for Spearing, Says it was the best money he ever spent. - Stanley Cup of Chowder

Apathy and Exhaustion - St. Louis Game Time

WATCH: Amazing Blackhawks-themed Christmas lights show - Second City Hockey

Rituals and Superstitions: How some of hockey's greatest players enhance their performance - Eyes On The Prize

A Loss Is As Good As a Win To A Blind Man - Nucks Misconduct

WATCH: Travis Sanheim's assist helps nearly 30,000 teddy bears fly for charity - Broad Street Hockey

Recaps

Eichel Scores First - Oilers Finish Strong - The Copper & Blue
Streaking Sabres Stymied By Oilers, Lose 4-2 - Die By The Blade

Ottawa Senators lose 4-1 to the New York Rangers - Silver Seven
Rangers Vs. Senators Recap: McDonagh, Brassard Lead Rangers Past Senators 4-1 - Blueshirt Banter

Pens fall 2-1 in Anaheim - PensBurgh

ReCat: Cats Stomp(niaked) in New Jersey - Litter Box Cats
New Jersey Devils Got Ahead and Survived Florida Panthers, 4-2 - All About The Jersey

Winnipeg Jets drop a tight game versus the Chicago Blackhawks - Arctic Ice Hockey

That's it! enjoy your Monday!

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