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Wednesday’s Dump & Chase: Trotz or Neal?

Regardless of which team you’re on, one of them is going to spend some time with Lord Stanley’s Cup.

By Shaun Smith

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Lou Lamoriello cleans house, and Islanders need a coach
How does this impact John Tavares coming to Nashville?

Prospect Need to Know: Sleepers and dark horses for the 2018 draft | The Hockey News
Any of these guys sound interesting? It's possible some may still be around when the Nashville Predators actually get a chance to draft someone...but probably not.

Dahlin, No. 1 Draft prospect, has 'incredible' day at Stanley Cup Final
After hearing about Rasmus Dahlin for so long now, its really humanizing to read this and remember that this is just a kid that's very, very good at hockey. I imagine his excitement is only building at this point. I just hope he's as excited about heading to Buffalo.

So, what would T.J. Oshie’s Metro card look like? – ProHockeyTalk
My personal suggestion involves T.J. Oshie wearing a Nashville Predators jersey.

From playoff backup to Conn Smythe Trophy contender, Holtby emerges as Capitals’ savior | The Hockey News
A few weeks ago, I posted a link to an article about Connor Hellebuyck...it made me hate him. This article about Braden Holtby makes him much more likable. Now, if we could just do something about that neckbeard.

The most controversial player in the draft is ready for his moment | The Hockey News
Is the reward worth the risk? I understand being young and emotionally immature, but if this is something he can't "mature" his way out of, it just seems like a waste of a draft pick.

Amanda Kessel is New York bound as NWHL's Riveters make big free agency splash | The Hockey News
I like the idea of Amanda Kessel being the "Best Kessel". I think she will bring a lot to the Riveters and will help expand the NWHL's popularity. Of course, I'm going to assume she's the best at hockey, because we all know Phil Kessel is the best at eating hot dogs and drinking Pepsi.

How James Neal’s miss swung Game 4 – ProHockeyTalk
It should be noted that while Calle Jarnkok isn't mentioned, he also didn't play in this game.