A Time to Give Thanks

Today is Thanksgiving in the United States, which means many will likely gathering around a table, eating turkey, stuffing, dressing, and all of the other good stuff that comes with it.  So, who in hockey should be giving thanks this day?

• Mike Smith should give thanks to the Phoenix Coyotes and their defensive system.
• Tampa Bay is thankful for structure, a General Manager that knows a thing or two about team building, and a coach that can effectively employ a frustrating alignment.
• The Pittsburgh Penguins for getting their best player in Sidney Crosby back in time for the holidays.
• Fashion in the NHL is thankful for the New York Rangers.
• Comedians (or wannabes) for the New York Islanders and their "alternate" jerseys.
• The city of Edmonton for Ryan Nugent-Hopkins.  Now, anything is possible.

And this blogger is thankful for friends, family, a wonderful playoff run following the Canucks, and good music.  Happy Thanksgiving, and go stuff yourself.