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In a hard place at the Rock: Lightning at Devils Open Thread

Martin Brodeur is sitting out this one because he is being honored at The Rock for becoming the all time wins leader among NHL Goaltenders. Karri Ramo will start between the pipes for the Lightning while former Bolt, Kevin "Shady Eighty" Weekes will be minding the net for the Devils in Brodeur's steed.

Matt Smaby will play while Richard Petiot is out. David Koci will serve as the #6 defensiveman and Lightning fans will be left to wonder again why the last callup was offensive (no pun intended) instead of defensive.

And for the Devils --

This is an open comment thread about the game and also an opportunity to send out quick messages about subjects related to hockey, the team, sports in general...

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In a hard place at the Rock: Lightning at Devils Open Thread

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