Claude Giroux returned from concussion and scored four points as the Flyers topped Dallas, 4-1. Elsewhere, Vancouver kept rolling thanks to a huge game from Roberto Luongo.
Red Wings Vs. Canucks: Vancouver Clips Detroit in Incident-Filled Third Period
After an evenly paced game thus far, the third period would get a little chippy, and pretty physical, at times, especially for a game that only included four penalties total the entire time. A few questionable plays occurred, but the referees let them go for the most part.
Kesler, in reaction to the hit, dropped his gloves, looking to fight with the Wings’ physical leader. Instead, the events following the hit resulting in a roughing penalty given to Vancouver, as Kesler sat bleeding in the penalty box.
Read Article >Canadiens Vs. Blackhawks: Corey Crawford Returns With Vengeance In Blackhawks’ 5-1 Win

Getty ImagesEven with the loss to the Penguins, the league-leading Blackhawks are 8-1-1 in their last 10 games. Crawford shook off some rust and proved that he and Emery make up one of the NHL’s best tandems.
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