Columbus, OH

According to Frank Seravalli, Milan Lucic attempted to come back in the NHL but was blocked by commissioner Gary Bettman. In November 2023, Lucic was arrested for assault and battery on a family member. Back then, he was under a one-year contract with the Boston Bruins organization, but missed most games, as he took a "leave of absence" from the team.

Milan Lucic blocked by Gary Bettman to continue NHL career

Saint Louis, MO

ClutchPoints

The St. Louis Blues have missed the playoffs in two straight seasons and have won only one series since their 2019 championship. They enter the 2024-25 season with many concerns that could keep them from getting back. The Blues' defense leaves a lot to be desired, especially after Torey Krug's injury announcement. The goaltending has been shaky recently and Jordan Binnington needs to step up this season. And their offense must be led by their two young stars, Jordan Kyrou and Robert Thomas.

Blues' biggest roster concerns heading into 2024-25 NHL season

The NHL is mourning the passing of Gilles Léger, a long-time executive who spent time with three organizations in a career spanning from 1979-2020. Outside of his work in the NHL, Léger spent time as a coach and a general manager in the CIAU and WHA. After the...

Gilles Léger Passes Away At Age 83

Boston, MA

The Boston Bruins know that Jeremy Swayman will be their goaltender for the foreseeable future. They traded Linus Ullmark to the Ottawa Senators, leaving Swayman as the lone option in the net. Swayman is currently a restricted free agent and needs a contract before the season begins. Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman reported on Wednesday that the two sides are not close to a deal.

NHL rumors: Bruins, Jeremy Swayman 'aren't close' on contract

Detroit, MI

Pittsburgh, PA

When the Pittsburgh Penguins re-signed Alex Nedeljkovic they landed a credible goalie and a true believer. The former Red Wings player said the Penguins “can surprise people” this season. “We’re coming back. And we’re going to have a pretty similar roster. Same thing for the coaching staff up, for the most part,” said Nedeljkovic. So…

The Daily: Ex-Red Wing Believes in Penguins; Rantanen Update

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Tampa, FL

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Three men and a woman have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Jones , a Jacksonville rapper known as Julio Foolio,” outside a hotel in Tampa.

4 arrested in slaying of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

No, pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness don’t fold into caskets. It’s a question a reader posed one of the first times I wrote about pallet shelters. I find the pallet shelters to be more palatable than ice fishing tents. The Colorado Village Collaborative operates both micro-communities and the so-called Safe Outdoor Spaces with the tents. We all learned the tents are not safe when a fire roared through a CVC Safe Outdoor Space, destroying the compound quickly. Officials never disclosed a cause of the fire.

Opinion: No, pallet shelters for homeless in Denver, Aurora don’t fold into caskets

Los Angeles County, CA

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It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

Cooking With Maryann

This recipe is sooo tasty! It truly is for garlic lovers! It involves sautéing onions and mushrooms in butter and oil until golden, then adding wine to reduce. Garlic, thyme, and parsley are stirred in for flavor, followed by seasoning with salt and pepper. The dish is garnished with additional parsley and served warm, making for a savory, aromatic side. Here's what you'll need to make it:

Garlic Mushrooms in Brown Butter Herb Sauce

South Carolina State

Georgia State

Charlotte, NC

Daily Coffee Press

Here we (could) go again.. After making a second landfall in South Carolina, Debby weakened to a tropical storm and now located close to Charlotte, North Carolina. Despite the downgrade, the storm remains a threat, bringing heavy rainfall and tornado watches across North Carolina. Tragically, Debby has claimed six lives, including two in Georgia. Although Debby will soon lose its tropical characteristics, the risk of flooding and tornadoes persists as it moves into other states.

NHC Monitors Potential New Storm That Could Threaten Georgia

More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

Goaltending is often described as one of the most personal positions in hockey. Each goalie brings their unique style, mentality, and approach to the ice. This individuality can make rivalries between goalies particularly intense, as seen in the case of former Maple Leafs’ goalie Ilya Samsonov and ex-Bruins netminder Linus Ullmark.

Ex-Maple Leaf Ilya Samsonov Blasts Ex-Bruin Linus Ullmark

Dallas, TX

For the last 21 years (12 with The Hockey News) Dobber and the team have reviewed each team from a fantasy-hockey standpoint and graded them. The 22nd annual review will appear here on DobberHockey throughout the summer. This is not a review of the likely performance on the ice or in the standings, but in the realm of fantasy hockey both for the season ahead as well as the foreseeable future. Offensively, will the team perform? Are there plenty of depth options worthy of owning in keeper leagues? What about over the next two or three years? These questions are what we take into consideration when looking at the depth chart and the player potential on that depth chart.

Dobber’s Offseason Fantasy Grades – Dallas Stars

Welcome back to another week of Analytics Advantage! This week, we are continuing our deep dive into player performance by analyzing the top metrics that define fantasy hockey success. Unlike our previous focus on Fantasy Points Per Game (FPPG), this week, we shift our attention to the per-60 metrics: Goals/60, Assists/60, Shots/60, Hits/60, and Blocks/60. These metrics give us a clear view of a player’s efficiency and impact when on the ice, providing valuable insights into who makes the most of their minutes.

Analytics Advantage: Per-60 Metrics and Panarin, Barkov, Lyubushkin, and More

Colorado State

The driver of a bakery goods truck who Denver police crashed into head-first will receive a $350,000 payday from the city. The settlement to Christopher Cordova appears on the consent agenda of Monday’s City Council meeting. Items are the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote. However, council members Shontel Lewis and Sarah Parady regularly call out the settlements to draw attention to them.

Bakery truck driver latest to receive a Denver police payout

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

The Wild have invited undrafted free agent goalie Riley Mercer to next month’s rookie camp, reports Mike Morreale of NHL.com. Mercer, the younger brother of Devils RFA forward Dawson Mercer, was passed over in the 2022, 2023 and 2024 drafts but came into his own in his final season of junior hockey last year with the QMJHL’s Drummondville Voltigeurs.

West Notes: Mercer, Rantanen, Oilers

A man peacefully sitting with his son in his car in their church parking lot was assaulted by a Denver police officer in June 2019 and will receive a $75,000 settlement. The payoff appears on the Denver City Council agenda for Monday. The item is on the consent calendar. Items on the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote without discussion.

Man hit in face by Denver police officer to receive $75,000 settlement

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Ramblings: Bubble Keeper Week Meets Zero G – Daccord, Stolarz, and More (Aug 16)

Jakub Vrana has agreed to a professional tryout with the Washington Capitals, his former team. The chances of a player making a team after a PTO...

Ramblings: Bubble Keeper Week Meets Zero G – Daccord, Stolarz, and More (Aug 16)

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