Empty Netter Assists - 7-27-09

Penguins

-The great Mike Zigomanis recently did his thing with the Stanley Cup. We credited him with three faceoffs wins while explaining the rules on touching the Cup:

-Pittsburgh Sports and Mini Ponies spotted a pretty sad story about a Marine who was recently killed in Afghanistan and was a Penguins fan.

Southeast Division

-The Lightning re-signed defenseman Matt Smaby to a two-year deal worth a total of $1.05 million.

Central Division

-Blues captain Eric Brewer, who hasn't played since December due to a back injury, is still hobbled.

Pacific Division

-Today's would-be-destination-for-the-Coyotes-that-Gary-Bettman-will-prevent-until-his-last-dying-breath is Saskatoon.