> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # From the Branches: "Can you just imagine they got to play tomorrow?" said Babcock - URL: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/from-the-branches-can-you-just-imagine-they-got-to-play-tomorrow-said/ - Published: 2016-09-10T10:45:42.000Z - Updated: 2016-09-10T10:45:42.000Z - Description: Team USA took to the ice with more energy than sense, and they play again today. - Author: Achariya - Tags: From The Branches, #chorus, #Import 2023-04-05 11:15 Last night's World Cup of Hockey game was, in short, no exhibition. In fact, right about when America scored their second goal, I turned it off in favor of watching Ant Man -- which was an extremely entertaining movie. While Jonathan Toews was gleefully taking up the opportunity to throw down with Ryan Kesler (thank you on behalf of the world, Toews), I watched Evangeline Lily help defeat the forces of Hydra. Coincidence? Hmm. #### Leafs News [Toronto Maple Leafs: How Did The Young Gun Leafs Play? | Editor in Leaf](http://editorinleaf.com/2016/09/09/toronto-maple-leafs-rielly-matthews-wcoh/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "Team North America, featuring Toronto Maple Leafs defender Morgan Rielly and forward Auston Matthews, dominated their first pre-tournament game, downing the veteran-led Team Europe 4-0." [Who Has The NHL’s Best Farm System? | THW](http://thehockeywriters.com/who-has-the-nhls-best-farm-system/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "Since the Toronto Maple Leafs fully committed to a rebuild last summer with new GM Lou Lamoriello, they’ve been making headlines for their ability to quickly stockpile an impressive collection of talented youngsters." [Brendan Shanahan, Chris Osgood, Mike Modano inducted into Michigan Sports Hall of Fame | Kuklas' Korner](http://kuklaskorner.com/tmr/comments/brendan-shanahan-chris-osgood-mike-modano-inducted-into-michigan-sports-hal?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "It's been a long time since we were on the ice here together," Shanahan said. "We were able to accomplish our goals - and I guess when that happens, you get to come back 15-20 years later, when you're an old man, and see some old friends and celebrate some of the things you've done in the past." [Babcock challenged with task of scratching elite NHL stars | Sportsnet](http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/world-cup-of-hockey/canada-babcock-scratch-duchene-perry-crawford-world-cup/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "With three games before the tournament and as many as seven during it, Team Canada will likely cycle through a few different scratches over the next few weeks. Some players might be sitting for the first time in their lives." #### World Cup > I came up with the STD line. Duchene-Tavares-Stamkos. They'd be fast. > > — Waffleboardsave (@waffleboardsave) [September 10, 2016](https://twitter.com/waffleboardsave/status/774429714303680516?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Braden Holtby pays tribute to Tragically Hip with World Cup mask | Puck Daddy](http://sports.yahoo.com/news/braden-holtby-pays-tribute-to-tragically-hip-with-world-cup-mask-170205704.html?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "For the World Cup of Hockey Washington Capitals goaltender Braden Holtby believed it was important to pay tribute to the Tragically Hip and their lead singer Gord Downie." [NHL players not worried about getting hurt at World Cup of Hockey | The Star](https://www.thestar.com/sports/hockey/2016/09/07/nhl-players-not-worried-about-getting-hurt-at-world-cup-of-hockey.html?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "Stars feel it’s worth risk despite a few missing rest of season after injuries suffered at Sochi Olympics." [World Cup injuries a concern to Blackhawks, other NHL teams | Chicago Tribune](http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/hockey/blackhawks/ct-kane-toews-blackhawks-injuries-world-cup-spt-0910-20160909-story.html?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "It definitely brings it to mind when it starts to affect you and your team during the season," Hawks/Team Canada center Jonathan Toews said before the USA's 4-2 victory in a spirited contest. "You really don't want your teammates from other countries to get hurt because you want them to be at their best when it's time to start in Chicago." > Summarized: Team USA is busy making America great again. [https://t.co/Y2aZrrqFOv](https://t.co/Y2aZrrqFOv?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) > > — Michael Stuart (@MikeStuartTLL) [September 10, 2016](https://twitter.com/MikeStuartTLL/status/774420871062716416?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Price allows 3, U.S. takes pre-tournament game against Canada | CBC](http://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/price-usa-defeats-canada-1.3756366?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Canadian Claude Giroux leaves game with injury [Team USA finds formula for success | WCH](https://www.wch2016.com/news/goaltending-physical-play-key-for-team-usa/c-281675802?tid=281231168&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "Can you just imagine they got to play tomorrow?" Team Canada coach Mike Babcock said. [Kesler ejected for boarding in USA, Canada exhibition (Video) | Puck Daddy](https://sports.yahoo.com/news/kesler-ejected-for-boarding-in-usa-canada-exhibition-video-022640297.html?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Good. > Stamkos slides into Ben > > — ⚠Gabe Moreta (@Gabriel0430) [September 10, 2016](https://twitter.com/Gabriel0430/status/774415710240010240?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) #### Other Stuffs [Two generations face off: AHL vs NHL | HEOTP](http://www.habseyesontheprize.com/2016/9/9/12822894/canadiens-montreal-sherbrooke-1985-nhl-ahl-preseason-roy-lemieux-tremblay-shoulder?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Some interesting history. [Patrick Roy looking forward to a winter without hockey | CBC](http://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/patrick-roy-winter-1.3754393?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "I never really travelled, other than hockey-wise," Roy said Thursday at the Centre Videotron. "I'm certainly planning to do some trips. [NHL HIRES ECHL OFFICIALS LAMBERT, MACDOUGALL, DAISY AND NAGY | ECHL](http://www.echl.com/nhl-hires-echl-officials-lambert-macdougall-daisy-and-nagy?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Started from the bottom... [Kaepernick anthem protests spark controversy in NHL | RT](https://www.rt.com/sport/358812-nhl-player-anthem-protest/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) One outspoken opponent of Tortorella's words is ESPN pundit Stephen A. Smith, who called them "un-American" and called for Tortorella to be stripped of his duties. ['NHL 17' Review: Speed, Impact And Minor Penalties | Forbes](http://www.forbes.com/sites/games/2016/09/09/nhl-17-review-a-franchise/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com#2ac9f68f787a) In most instances, I came away pleased, but like every game, there’s positives and negatives. Here’s my breakdown of the strengths and weaknesses of NHL 17.