Tonight, will see the return of the NHL's poster boy, Sidney Crosby and the introduction of the new owner for the Dallas Stars (@dallasstars), Tom Gaglardi (pronounced: guh-LAR-dee). Absent since January due to effects of a severe concussion that potentially threatened his return, Crosby returns to the Penguins lineup that finds themselves in a virtual tie with the Flyers for the lead in the Eastern Conference (they both have 25 points, 11 wins, but Flyers only have 5 loses to Pens 6). Reports from notable hockey coverage guys from TSN, CBC, etc. state that it's a "Stanley Cup Finals-type atmosphere." Apparently, James Neil who lockers next to Crosby was unable to access his locker before their warm-up skate.
With the surprise move of the day, considering NHL's "Superman" is returning, NHL Commisioner Gary Bettman will be in Dallas today to present the new owner of the Dallas Stars. After what seems like forever, the exhausting, and sometimes suffocating strangle hold of Tom Hicks is gone from the Stars and a true "hockey guy," Gaglardi (he actually plays in a men's competitive league back home in Vancouver) is ready to put his mark on this team. First item of business was to name former Dallas Stars CEO and President, Jim Lites, the new...CEO and President. Gaglardi has said he is confident in "Lite's knowledge of the team and the area," and will prove critical in terms of marketing and bringing fans back into the seats. He has also said, though he has yet to meet him, he is confident in Joe Nieuwendyk's leadership and has "done a great job" so far. Tonight, Mr. Gaglardi will be dropping the ceremonial first puck to begin the game between the Stars and Edmonton Oilers.
The NHL (@NHL) is smiling tonight.
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