Trapezoids remain
NHL general managers are keeping trapezoids behind the nets, and will discuss a potential new rule aimed at reducing hits to the head.
On the first day of the GM meetings yesterday in Toronto, the group decided to stick with the trapezoid rule that limits where goalies can play the puck. The trapezoid rule was introduced as part of a package of changes coming out of the NHL lockout in 2005.
Head shots will be examined today.
Comeback 'kids'
Interest in free-agent defenseman Chris Chelios is picking up, and several clubs are checking in on oft-injured forward Peter Forsberg, who could be readying for a comeback.
Chelios, 47, is playing with the AHL's Chicago Wolves.
Forsberg, 36, played three games for his native Sweden in the recent Karjala Cup. His agent chatted with GMs yesterday in Toronto. The Vancouver Canucks, Boston Bruins, New York Rangers, and Flyers have shown interest.
"A healthy Peter Forsberg, who wouldn't be interested?" Flyers GM Paul Holmgren said of the former Flyer.
Noteworthy
Goalie Roberto Luongo returned to the roster for Vancouver's game last night in St. Louis after missing two weeks with a broken rib. . . . Veteran Sabres forward Adam Mair cleared waivers and will stay in Buffalo.
- Associated Press
