The Chicago Blackhawks’ prospects Vincent Hinostroza and Tyler Motte (USA) will meet Ville Pokka and Finland in the World Championships.
SB Nation is also starting a women’s hockey blog focused on NWHL, CWHL, collegiate and international play.
HAWKS
**Hawks close to signing Swedish goaltender Lars Johansson, per report (SCH)
AIHL/CBR Brave
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CENTRAL DIVISION
**Wild’s Boudreau has history with St. Paul (Star Tribune)
NHL
**Recap: Lighting shut out Islanders, advance to ECF (RC)
**Senators name Guy Boucher as its next coach (Silver Seven)
**Does Bob Hartley deserve another shot as NHL head coach? (Denver Post)
HOCKEY WORLD
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