Canucks edge Ducks in shootout

(Reuters) - Right winger Alex Burrows ended his goal drought at the right time -- even though the tally won't count in his personal statistics.

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Butler providing the spark for Bulls in Rose's absence

(Reuters) - Jimmy Butler has stood up for the Chicago Bulls this season and has helped the franchise transition out of their dependence on the injury-ravaged Derrick Rose.

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Raptors get win as Hornets scoring dries up in final minutes

(Reuters) - Guard DeMar DeRozan scored 23 points as the Toronto Raptors defeated the Charlotte Hornets 104-94 on Friday, courtesy of Charlotte being unable to score in the final 4:45 minutes of the game.

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Florida coach Gallant gets contract extension

(Reuters) - The Florida Panthers extended coach Gerard Gallant's contract for a further two years on Friday as the franchise goes through one of their best periods in the NHL.

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Canadiens spoil Boston's outdoor party in 5-1 rout

(Reuters) - The Montreal Canadiens and their local goalkeeper Mike Condon spoilt New Year's Day for the Boston Bruins, crushing their longtime foes 5-1 in the NHL's annual outdoor Winter Classic in Foxborough, Massachusetts on Friday.

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Manning set for backup role in regular season finale

(Reuters) - Peyton Manning was expected to be backup quarterback for the Denver Broncos in their regular season finale against the San Diego Chargers on Sunday after being listed as probable on Friday's injury report.

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Canadiens spoil Boston's outdoor party at Gillette Stadium

(Reuters) - The Montreal Canadiens and their local goalkeeper Mike Condon spoilt New Year's Day for the Boston Bruins, defeating their long-time foes 5-1 in the annual Winter Classic in Foxborough, Massachusetts on Friday.

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