Chalk one up for Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Antti Niemi, who stopped 28 of 30 shots in a 3-2 OT win over the Los Angeles Kings. One game does not ensure anything for Niemi, except most likely the next start between the pipes.
Mikael Samuelsson scored another goal on Wednesday night as he has spent the last couple of games on the top line with Daniel and Henrik Sedin. This probably isn't permanent as Alex Burrrows has been one of the most productive goal scorers in the NHL since January 1, 2009 but the Canucks will stick with Samuelsson with the twins as long as he stays hot.
Tyler Myers had a monster night for the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday as he picked up a goal and 3 assists. Myers now has 9 goals and 36 points in 65 games with the Sabres and if he can finish strong should be one of the three finalists nominated for the Calder Trophy. Myers is a stud who has 50-60 point potential.
Speaking of young Sabres players, prospect Tyler Ennis is having a fantastic rookie season with the AHL's Portland Pirates. Ennis has 19 goals and 59 points in 61 games to lead all AHL rookies. It will be interesting to see if he can make the next step to the NHL,
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NHL Central Scouting have released their complete rankings of 211 players for the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.
The International Scouting Services have released their Mid-Term Rankings for the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.