Shaved Ice – September 6

MiHockey editor Michael Caples here with you on a Thursday morning.

Quick hits

In case you missed the news yesterday, we’re letting you pick the next cover of the magazine. It’s our college and juniors preview, so make sure you vote for your favorite team. Obviously you don’t want them getting topped by one of their rivals…

We talked to ‘The Monster’ yesterday…story coming soon. Until then, here’s a photo of the Red Wings’ new netminder.

 

Speaking of the Red Wings, sounds like Henrik Zetterberg’s got the support of his teammates in terms of replacing Nick Lidstrom as the club’s captain (from the Detroit Free Press).

And speaking of Zetterberg, the Swedish hockey star helped with the release of Royal Swedish Snowballs, a treat sold in the United States for the first time yesterday (from the Detroit News).

Damien Brunner is going to play in Grand Rapids if the lockout does happen, so he can adjust to North American hockey as quickly as possible, according to Ansar Khan.

Highlight reel

The Griffins’ 2011-12 intro video…love how they tie youth hockey and pro hockey together.

2011-12 ‘Intro’ Open Video from griffinshockey on Vimeo.

Outside the Mitten

TSN’s Bob McKenzie examines what the CBA expiring could mean for some of the top restricted free agents.

The waiting game continues between the NHL and the players’ association – no word on the next meeting yet.

The outdoor games in Crotia are getting closer. Here’s what the rink currently looks like inside of the ancient theater.

Is it true? Are the Coyotes almost finally sold? ESPN’s Scott Burnside says the sale is almost here.

Check it out

Justin Abdelkader and Trevor Nill were just some of the athletes skating at Troy yesterday. Here’s a photo I snapped while covering the skate (more to come).

Next up

Articles about ‘The Monster’ and more throughout the day, and don’t forget to vote for your favorite cover!