from Stan Fischler of The Fischler Report,

* The laugh will be on those who mock the Rangers acquisition of Dan Carcillo. How about this; Carcillo becomes the Blueshirts latter-day Sean Avery; just enough sklll and a good dose of excitement.

* In two weeks Carcillo will be one of the most popular Seventh Avenue skaters.

* After Steven Stamkos broke his leg, the Lightning survived by changing to a more defensive style. Once Stamkos returns I expect the Lightning to become a serious threat in the Eastern Conference. Their Head Coach Jon Cooper has won at every level and continues to succeed in The Show.

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