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Rob Simpson: 3 Series Open - 6 Key "Other" Guys

Found April 10, 2012 on HockeyBuzz: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Wayne Simmonds,  Paul Holmgren
TEAMS: Philadelphia Flyers
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6 "other" guys to watch 1) Wayne Simmonds - strong on his feet, despite being -5 versus Pitt this season overall, he had 3 goals and 3 assists in 6 games. Look for this physical stalwart to score a big goal or two from in front. May be one of the last men standing, ha ha. Great pick-up by GM Paul Holmgren. Only 23-years-of-age, "Simmer" played every game and scored far-and-away a career hi...
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Via NESN.com  |  April 11, 2012
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Via HockeyBuzz  |  April 10, 2012
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Via Bleed Black & Gold  |  April 11, 2012
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Via Puck Huffers  |  April 10, 2012
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Via Kukla's Korner  |  April 10, 2012
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Via HockeyBuzz  |  April 11, 2012
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