New York Rangers

In his memoir, the Ontario-born and -raised player, now an actor, sets out to prove he’s more than a ‘hate-filled wrecking ball’

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Laurie Hawn, amateur anthropologist, talking last night on CTV’s Power Play about the abuse of a detainee in 2006.

Think we’ve missed any? Then add a link to what you deem the dirtiest hit this post-season.

Dear Mats Johan Sundin,

According to the New York Post, the New York Rangers are seeking a compensatory pick in the 2009 NHL entry draft following the tragic death of Alexei Cherepanov last month. The team’s GM, Glen Sather, reportedly raised the issue during the general managers’ meeting in Chicago last month. To back up his demand, Sather cited CBA Article 8.3 (b) that stipulates that a compensatory pick be awarded to a team unable to sign a first-round draft pick. The paper added that Sather is in the process of submitting a request to receive the 17th selection in the second round of next year’s draft.

Big news for Canucks fans: Markus Naslund is off to the Rangers for $8 million over two years. This clears the way for a new first-line centre. Gee, who could that be?