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Nunavut caps 'once-in-a-lifetime' week with historic win at Canada Winter Games

Nunavut's boys hockey team won its first ever game at the Canada Winter Games on Sunday — making history in the process.It's a week that both coaches and players have described as "once-in-a-lifetime," so the historic victory was only fitting.Josie Cote led the way with a pair of goals and an assist in a hard-hitting affair, and goaltender Inuuki Burke stopped 33 shots in a 5–3 win over Team Yukon."We come into this tournament as underdogs — it's our first time, it's a big opportunity for us, and the greatest thing was winning our first game in our first Canada Games appearance," Cote said."It feels amazing!"And that's quite the statement considering the week Team Nunavut had leading up to its first game.The team held a three-day training camp in Ottawa earlier in the week, highlighted by a practice at the Canadian Tire Centre — home of the Ottawa Senators — with former Senators Chris Neil and Chris Phillips joining them on the ice as honorary coaches.> That is the best team game I've ever seen a bunch of kids from the middle of nowhere play in my entire life. \- Martin Joy, Nunavut boys hockey team head coachThey capped the day by watching the Senators take on the Carolina Hurricanes — another first for many on the team."A lot of us have never watched an NHL game," said team captain Max Joy. "We're all super excited and grateful.""It was a great experience to meet the NHLers, [and] getting a chance to skate on the Canadian Tire Centre is a great experience. I loved it," Cote added.'Lay it out on the ice'While the boys hockey team has measured expectations on how deep it can make it in the tournament, the team's focus is to soak in the experience and not worry too much on mistakes."I think for us, first year there, there's a lot of pressure on the guys," said head coach Martin Joy."So our job there is just composure as a team and to go out there and compete hard."Five different communities are represented on the team: Iqaluit, Rankin Inlet, Coral Harbour, Chesterfield Inlet, and Whale Cove. Few of the players have competed in organized hockey.Coach Joy said the group is "tight-knit" and have been playing together for about five years."Based on our geography and the culture of where we're from, it's an amazing opportunity for these boys to get a chance to come and participate in an event that's life-changing," Joy said."We've already surprised ourselves so far getting to where we are after 4 years of work, and we're just excited to get there and lay it all out on the ice."'Best team game I've ever seen'Bradley Fraser, Brayden Uluqsi, and Max Joy all scored for Nunavut in its win against Yukon, before Cote scored the go-ahead-goal midway through the third period on the power play.Cote later sealed the win with an empty net goal with just 10 seconds left.In the dressing room after the game, Martin Joy triumphantly held up the game puck to start his post-game speech.He said no matter what happens from there on out, the puck would be framed and mounted with a picture of the entire team around it."That is the best team game I've ever seen a bunch of kids from the middle of nowhere play in my entire life," he told his team, who erupted in cheers.

GOJHL goalie seals shutout victory by scoring double-OT winner !!!!

One And Done. Anaheim's One Game Winning Streak Ends With Loss To Bruins

Jaroslav Halak made 30 saves in his fourth shutout of the season, and the Boston Bruins beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-0 on Friday night for their fourth consecutive victory.

Rangers' Continue Their Push To The Playoffs By Slaying Buffalo

Rookie Alexandar Georgiev stopped 31 shots, including 13 in the final period, and the New York Rangers rolled to a 6-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night.

Cory's Finally Off The Schneid! Devils' Tender Wins His First Game In 14 Months.

Nico Hischier scored 3:19 into overtime, Cory Schneider got his first win in nearly 14 months and the New Jersey Devils rallied to beat the Minnesota Wild 5-4 on Friday night.

Solid Deal By Gretzky Addresses Edmonton's Immediate Needs

Oilers GM Keith Gretzky accomplished what Peter Chiarelli seemingly never could. He won a trade. His first one, as a matter of fact.

Pens' Take The Battle Of The Big Guns

Matt Murray robbed Connor McDavid on a penalty shot for one of his 38 saves and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the struggling Edmonton Oilers 3-1 on Wednesday night.

Several Career Firsts, As Boyle And Murray Shutout The Canucks

Kevin Boyle made 35 saves in his first career start and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Vancouver Canucks 1-0 Wednesday night in general manager Bob Murray's first game as interim coach.

Statistics Are For Losers........Or Those With Really Good Statistics

A pair of the NHL's best get set to square off as Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers visit Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins.

DiPietro Back To OHL. Mazanec Takes Over Back-Up Role For Now

The Vancouver Canucks will return goaltender Michael DiPietro to the OHL's Ottawa 67's, head coach Travis Green announced.

A Three Minute P.K.

Predators superstar P.K. Subban discusses the power of hockey and what he feels makes the game special for himself and fans around the globe

This Brings An New Old Meaning To "Clean Up On Aisle 17"

Wendel Clark pointed at a large red dot painted on the floor of a downtown Toronto supermarket and became overwhelmed with nostalgia.

Yep, That's A Good Old Canadian Hockey Town Alright : )

By Bryan Gruley

The Blues Are Sounding A Lot Better Under Berube's Direction

The St. Louis Blues extended their season-high winning streak to seven games with an 8-3 win against the New Jersey Devils at Enterprise Center on Tuesday.

The Great Part Of The Game

Jonathan Toews tosses a puck over the glass to an excited young fan before the Blackhawks take on the Bruins in Boston

Red Wings Take Flight Against Hobbled Predators

NASHVILLE -- Jimmy Howard made 32 saves, and Luke Glendening had a goal and an assist for the Detroit Red Wings in a 3-2 win against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena on Tuesday.

Four Point Night For Marchand Derails Chicago's V-Train

BOSTON -- The Boston Bruins ended the Chicago Blackhawks' seven-game winning streak with a 6-3 victory at TD Garden on Tuesday.

Ummm, Yeah.........But What If You Hadn't??

Evgeni Malkin agreed that swinging his stick at an opponent was dirty, but because he missed he's not expecting to be suspended.

Scheifele Pots His 30th As The Jets Start To Rev It Up At Home

Mark Scheifele scored twice and added one assist as the Winnipeg Jets held off the New York Rangers for a 4-3 victory on Tuesday.