Crashing The Crease – Sept 5, 2013

Finally, there are on ice things to talk about.  It may only be rookie tournaments, but franchise on franchise action is imminent.  However, there are still off-ice things to talk about, and here is a quick look at some of the news from the NHL:

Jun 8, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Niklas Hjalmarsson (4) controls the puck against Los Angeles Kings center Jeff Carter (77) during the second period in game five of the Western Conference finals of the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Grabowski-USA TODAY Sports

• Steve Ott of the Buffalo Sabres first leaked the news, and was later confirmed by the Sabres that they have a new third jersey.  Sentiment has not been good so far.