We borrow an idea from Arizona Coyotes insider Craig Morgan for improving the NHL All-Star game format of using a 3-on-3 mini team All-Star tourney to expand what players would merit inclusion. It isn't a perfect idea. It is way better than what the NHL is doing right now.

We also tell you the one player named from the division teams so far. 

Also - Dallas continues to lead the Central Division. 2nd place Winnipeg is by Point% first but a point back. How Minnesota in 3rd is middling between 2nd and 4th and Colorado snag an OT win to stay 4th heading into Monday's games.

The Pacific division Top 4 comparatives.

Division Top 4 teams based on standings headed into January 9th NHL schedule. 

Recorded and Edited: January 9, 2023.

Show Intro/Extro Music: excerpts of “Acid Trash” performed by MAP from the “Grant Ave.” EP © 2018 Used with permission.

Central Division Hockey – The Podcast is written, hosted, engineered, and produced solely by Tim Bigelow. © 2023.