Steve Thomas is happy it's Wednesday:

They liked Tuesday.

Now official:

Botterill named Kraken general manager, Francis promoted to president | NHL.com
Changes come 1 day after Bylsma was fired as coach
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Oilers’ Klingberg a ‘very good possibility’ for Game 2, no decision on starter
The Edmonton Oilers could be getting some veteran help on the blue line for Game 2 against the Los Angeles Kings.
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Kitchener now gets to play London in the next round.

Other games last night:

  • Carolina now at 2-0 over New Jersey
  • Florida leads Tampa 1-0 after scoring a pile of goals.
  • Wild vs Vegas is now tied at 1-all after Minnesota won last night

Final note is about this story:

This is going to go on during the playoffs, and some of the people testifying will be current NHL players, who will give evidence via Zoom. This is not a fun conversation, but it is news. I strongly recommend the London Free Press coverage of court cases for thoroughness and professionalism as well as TSN's Rick Westhead.

One of the players likely to be called to testify is Drake Batherson. Do not make the mistake of mixing up your hockey fandom with this serious business of justice.

No current Maple Leafs were members of this team.

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