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Rangers prospect Cherepanov, 19, dies

Alexei Cherepanov, a 19-year-old first-round draft pick of t... Full Story

Rangers prospect Cherepanov, 19, dies
Alexei Cherepanov, a 19-year-old first-round draft pick of the New York Rangers, died Monday during a Continental Hockey League game in Russia.
Kings D Jack Johnson out 2 to 3 months
Los Angeles Kings defenseman Jack Johnson will miss up to three months because of a shoulder injury from Sunday's 1-0 loss to San Jose.
Bettman: NHL growing despite economy
The NHL is ``still in growth mode'' despite the economic downturn, commissioner Gary Bettman said Monday, noting that ticket sales have increased this season.
Vanek scores 2 as Sabres beat Isles 7-1
Thomas Vanek is becoming a penalty-killing specialist for the Buffalo Sabres.
From 3 down, Blues top Leafs in shootout
With a 3-0 lead after the first period, the Toronto Maple appeared to have control of the game. Then came a bad bounce that led to a goal and a careless boarding penalty by repeat offender Ryan Hollweg, and the St. Louis Blues were suddenly back in it.
Rookies carry Coyotes by Ducks 4-2
Quite a lively bunch, the youth-infused Phoenix Coyotes.
Penner's goal with 5.4 left lifts Oilers
Outplayed most of the game, the Edmonton Oilers won their season opener thanks to Dustin Penner and Mathieu Garon.