Chris Botta: The NHL is setting up a credit facility of at least $1 billion. This would allow teams to borrow money from a centralized loan pool. Allan Walsh: “In a below the radar move, there are reports the NHL has arranged a $1B to $1.5B credit facility for its teams secured by new Cdn TV deal. NHL teams can borrow funds from a centralized credit facility at lower interest rates, no longer need to pay 9%+ as high risk borrower.”
Sportsnet Ticker: The Predators are the first team in NHL history to allow no short-handed goals in a full 82 game season.
Dave Molinari: The Penguins had 529 man-games lost to injuries and illness this season. That averages to 6.45 per game.
Frank Seravalli: “Even when you take out the bump from six outdoor games, NHL (21.492M) attendance still exceeded 2008-09 record of 21.475M this season.”
Dave Isaac: Flyers Scott Hartnell was fined $5,000 for his spear on Brett Bellemore.
Eric Macramalla: “NHL Substance Abuse Program: if a player is convicted of drug possession he is suspended without pay while undergoing treatment”
Brian McNally: Capitals: George McPhee, Ted Leonsis and Dick Patrick had a meeting yesterday morning and will have another meeting later this week. Will meet with media after.
Josh Rimer: Hearing that the Capitals won’t be having player exit interview with the coaches.