Found January 20, 2012 on Razzball Hockey: Yardbarker Blogger Network
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Kris Letang had what I would call a triumphant return from concussion.  After missing 21 games, Letang played over 24 minutes with an Assist and a +2.  And don’t forget, Pooty-Tang was a Top 10 fantasy Defenseman last year and was well on his way to doing the same this season.  Then he took a shot to the head.  The bad news is concussion comrade Crosby looked great in his first game back this year and we all know how that turned out.  I really do despise you, “C” word.  You make my job much more difficult than it has to be.  In fact let me say this (in case someone asks) the odds of Letang getting another concussion are 50/50… Jaroslav Halak – G (Stl):  Another Shutout as Halak continues to dominate.  After 20 Goals allowed in his first 6 games of the season, Halak has allowed 20 in 13 games since November 29.  And even more impressively, Halak is 10-0-3 in his last 13 starts.  Even MORE impressively, he’s 6-0-0 with a .971SV%, 1.00GAA and 3 Shuto...
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