Hurricanes win fans with playoff surge in Carolina
Carolina Hurricanes generate momentum from a deep playoff run, adding 2,000 new season-ticket holders and over 2.5 million in gross revenue from 11 home games. GM Jim Rutherford says the tally could lift next season’s total to 10,000–11,000, driven by true hockey fans rather than corporate block sales.
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Bowman signals imminent retirement as Wings reach title series
Scotty Bowman 68, the winningest NHL coach, hinted at retirement during a news conference while his Detroit Red Wings pursue the championship. He noted he will not be around when the NHL owners players collective bargaining agreement expires September 15 2004 and urged Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux to lead a solution to protect the sport.
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Wings Kings of Sealing the Deal
Detroit swept Washington in 1998 after sweeping Philadelphia in 1997 and has a proven track record in closing NHAs championship series. Captain Steve Yzerman notes they have faced similar spots and performed reasonably well.
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Fedorov Leads Red Wings to Strong Playoff Push
Sergei Fedorov fuels Detroit’s run with sharp skating and puck control as teammates praise his effort. Steve Yzerman lauds his defense and offense while Scotty Bowman notes Fedorov’s all around game and compares him to Jacques Lemaire.
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Shanahan backs Forsberg for Conn Smythe remark
Brendan Shanahan was asked about the Conn Smythe Trophy and said Peter Forsberg could still win it, but Edmonton Wings coach stated the topic is not being discussed and not their focus. He emphasized it is not their job to worry about playoff MVP.
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