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Justin Faulk(D)|DET
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"I haven't seen any reason to think of him differently than a good NHL defenseman," Maurice said. "There's just hasn't been a hole (in his game). So I'm almost moving to the point that you start thinking of this guy in the same way you did about Jeff Skinner last year.

Faulk seems more likely to make the team out of camp if the above quotes are any indication. Last season, at the University of Minnesota-Deluth, he scored eight goals and 33 points over 39 games. Expect him to be eased into NHL play.

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Canes Now 2011-10-01T18:13:47.000Z
Justin Faulk
James van Riemsdyk(LW)|DET
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As far as van Riemsdyk is concerned, he will most likely be shut down for the final three preseason games as a precaution. “There’s a chance [van Riemsdyk] could play Saturday, but we’ll probably be a little more careful with that,” said Holmgren.

van Riemsdyk remains one of the team's long term investments which means they will play it safe with their budding power forward. Last season, the 22-year-old scored 21 goals and 40 points but showed his true strength in the playoffs. Expect a breakout performance from this top liner.

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PhiladelphiaFlyers.com 2011-09-27T17:23:05.000Z
James van Riemsdyk
Patrick Kane(RW)|DET
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Two of the Chicago Blackhawks' most dynamic offensive players, Patrick Kane and Marian Hossa, will make their preseason debuts Wednesday night against the Detroit Red Wings at the United Center.

Kane should easily be 100 percent by the beginning of the season, hopefully adding center to his fantasy hockey resume. Draft accordingly, gamers.

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Chicago Tribune 2011-09-27T15:56:35.000Z
Patrick Kane
Ben Chiarot(D)|DET
Call up / Send down
Call up / Send down
Others sent to St. John's today: forwards John Albert, Akim Aliu, Kevin Clark, Mike Forney, Riley Holzapfel, Eric O'Dell, Shawn Weller and Shayne Wiebe, defencemen Ben Chiarot, Mark Flood, Arturs Kulda, Julian Melchiori, Travis Ramsey, Zach Redmond and Cody Sol plus goaltenders Chris Carrozzi, Peter Mannino and Edward Pasquale.

No immediate fantasy hockey value in the AHL.

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Winnipeg Sun 2011-09-27T15:45:09.000Z
Ben Chiarot
Patrick Kane(RW)|DET
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“I went to the doctor (Monday) and just another good day, kind of checked up and skated for the first time without the splint today, so things are moving pretty good right now,” said Kane, who still is working his way back from July left wrist surgery. “Don’t know if we’ll rush for Wednesday or not, but we’ll see.”

Interesting to see if the team "rushes" Kane back from his injury or continues to play it safe. Even more interesting is where he will play. Yesterday he practiced between wingers Andrew Brunette and Marian Hossa -- a troika of interest to say the least.

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The Daily Herald 2011-09-27T08:36:03.000Z
Patrick Kane
David Perron(LW)|DET
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Perron began light skating and exercising about three weeks ago, but before he can be cleared to practice, he must still pass a "baseline" test, per the guidelines of the NHL and NHL Players’ Association. Read more:

Nothing to get too excited about just yet but a step in the right direction. Stay tuned for a further update on his status as we continue to monitor Perron's comeback.

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St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2011-09-26T20:05:00.000Z
David Perron
Patrick Kane(RW)|DET
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"We might try Kane at center," Quenneville said. "He's been playing center throughout scrimmages and practices now. We'll see."

Kane has played center most of his career, so the transition should be natural. He scored 27 goals and 73 points in 73 games for the Blackhawks last season. Expect similar production this season even though he is still recovering from offseason surgery.

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Chicago Tribune 2011-09-26T15:39:39.000Z
Patrick Kane
David Perron(LW)|DET
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St. Louis Blues Executive Vice President and General Manager Doug Armstrong announced Sunday that injured forward David Perron will rejoin the team on Monday.

Perron has been held out since early last season following a high hit at the hands of Joe Thornton. Perron sounded poised to break out last season as he scored five goals in his first 10 games. Monitor his performance when he returns but this winger has talent to burn.

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NHLhotstove.com 2011-09-25T18:21:49.000Z
David Perron
Patrick Kane(RW)|DET
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The winger will be limited as camp begins but still hopes to play in up to four of the Hawks' seven exhibitions. He says doctors have told him "for the start of the season, no question at all I'll be 100 percent."

Kane missing part of training camp and only a handful of exhibition games seems much better than all of training camp. Expect him to get going earlier in the year, and draft accordingly.

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Chicago Tribune 2011-09-16T09:59:39.000Z
Patrick Kane
Patrick Kane(RW)|DET
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The winger will be limited as camp begins but still hopes to play in up to four of the Hawks' seven exhibitions. He says doctors have told him "for the start of the season, no question at all I'll be 100 percent."

Kane missing part of training camp and only a handful of exhibition games seems much better than all of training camp. Expect him to get going earlier in the year, and draft accordingly.

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Chicago Tribune 2011-09-16T09:45:30.000Z
Patrick Kane
Justin Faulk(D)|DET
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One camp note: Rutherford said Canes looking to sign depth defenseman, possibly today. Rutherford said adding d-man would help Checkers situation "should Faulk make our team."

Faulk has impressed during this season's Traverse City Prospects Tournament and is on the short list to make Carolina's opening night roster. The former University of Minnesota-Deluth standout has been fast-tracked by the Canes, playing only one collegiate season.

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Canes Country 2011-09-14T14:35:14.000Z
Justin Faulk