Paul Hamilton: Buffalo Sabres defenseman Matt Hunwick said that all he could do until about a month ago was rest. He had wondered if his season was over. There is still no timetable on when he could return.
Girardi’s knee should be okay
Joe Smith: Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Dan Girardi said that he feels lucky that his knee injury wasn’t worse. It’s sore but overall it seems okay.
Hainsey takes a puck to the jaw
Kristen Shilton: Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Ron Hainsey left practice early after taking a puck to the jaw.