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With a legendary Swedish hockey player as a grandfather, and a most un-Swedish sounding name, Douglas Murray was extremely excited to receive a call to represent his country at the 2008 IIHF World Championships. As a child, Murray would sit and listen to his grandfather’s stories and remembers with fondness watching Sweden face-off against Canada in many international tournaments. Murray will get his chance to be a part of that rivalry when Sweden and Canada battle in the semi-final of the 2008 IIHF World Championship.
"This is what you dream about as a kid, to play Canada in Canada. I remember waking up and watching those Canada Cup games, Sweden playing in Canada and saying I want to do that.” -- Team Sweden defenceman, Douglas Murray Click here for more... |
CROSBY A CATALYST FOR PENS' SUCCESS
Sidney Crosby understands that he is usually the centre of attention for opposing teams and their fans. His experience in dealing with hostile crowds and tight checking are serving him and his teammates well during the 2007-08 playoffs. Sid has grown as a leader and clutch performer, and even at the age of 20, he looks every bit the driving force behind a Penguins team on the brink of the Stanley Cup final.
Sidney Crosby understands that he is usually the centre of attention for opposing teams and their fans. His experience in dealing with hostile crowds and tight checking are serving him and his teammates well during the 2007-08 playoffs. Sid has grown as a leader and clutch performer, and even at the age of 20, he looks every bit the driving force behind a Penguins team on the brink of the Stanley Cup final.
MORROW FUELING STARS FIRE
After a rough stretch to finish the regular season, the Dallas Stars have turned up the intensity and advanced to the Western Conference finals. Leading the Stars in all facets of the game during their playoff run has been captain Brenden Morrow. Brenden brings the perfect game for the grind of the playoffs; hard-nosed, tenacious and high intensity. He has embraced his role as leader of this Stars team and is looking to lead them to the Stanley Cup finals.
After a rough stretch to finish the regular season, the Dallas Stars have turned up the intensity and advanced to the Western Conference finals. Leading the Stars in all facets of the game during their playoff run has been captain Brenden Morrow. Brenden brings the perfect game for the grind of the playoffs; hard-nosed, tenacious and high intensity. He has embraced his role as leader of this Stars team and is looking to lead them to the Stanley Cup finals.
A SWEDISH SUPERSTAR IN DETROIT
Henrik Zetterberg has grown steadily and quickly into a superstar for the Detroit Red Wings. The centre, who is treated like a rock star in Sweden, has been dazzling fans in Motown and driving opposing defenders crazy with his array of quick moves and deft hands. Zetterberg’s abilities will be on full display as the Red Wings and Stars begin their battle for the Western Conference title.
Henrik Zetterberg has grown steadily and quickly into a superstar for the Detroit Red Wings. The centre, who is treated like a rock star in Sweden, has been dazzling fans in Motown and driving opposing defenders crazy with his array of quick moves and deft hands. Zetterberg’s abilities will be on full display as the Red Wings and Stars begin their battle for the Western Conference title.
SCOTT HARTNELL
