One would hope that being 0-2-1 against Colorado would be all the motivation the Hawks need for a 2nd straight solid home effort.  Keep an eye on Nick Leddy's evening, as it is his last chance to make his case to be up with the big club past his 10 game limt.  Here are the Wednesday links:

• Sam calls shenanigans on Kane's All-Star selection.
• Jahns: Sharp humbled to be an All-Star.
• More on Nick Leddy's situation.
• Jesse Rogers keys on the remaining six games before the break.
• Al Cimaglia wonders if Hoss can regain his point per game production at this stage of his career.
• If Johnny's an ASG captain, Kane has an idea on who might be his last pick.
• Burnside and LeBrun hand out midseason team grades.
• Dreger evaluates where the sucker punch ranks among the dirtiest plays in the league.
• When the Rat becomes a goat.
  
• The '61 Heritage night brings back memories for players and reporters alike.