None of the major teams in Michigan played yesterday. But there’s still plenty of hockey to talk about.
Quick hits
Ferris State and Northern Michigan took three of the four spots in this week’s CCHA Players of the Week.
Our friends at the Michigan Daily say that the Wolverines are focused on improving within the face-off circle before their series with Miami this weekend.
Niel Koepke gives an update on how the Spartans and new coach Tom Anastos are doing so far this season.
DRW.com’s Bill Roose says the Red Wings know that one win isn’t enough to make up for their losing streak.
Highlight reel
Sticking with yesterday’s hockey movie theme, here’s one that will get your brain thinkin’ to start your morning.
Outside the Mitten
There were only two NHL games last night. Nathan Horton had two goals as the Bruins cruised to a 6-2 win over the Islanders, while Patrick Marleau’s three points helped the Sharks beat the Kings 4-2.
Check it out
Darren Eliot tries to answer the age-old question – are the Stanley Cup champions burned out from a summer of celebrating?
Next up
I’ll be tweeting and writing from the Red Wings game tonight. It will be interesting to see if they can build on Saturday’s performance.