Isles Notes from 12/14

D Steve Staios didn't skate today. Capuano says it's a maintenance day.  Per Arthur Staple, Steve Staios was actually examined for a possible concussion.  He will most likely be out at least for tomorrow vs. Stars. Aaron Ness or Calvin de Haan will be called up from Bridgeport.

Per Dmitry Chesnokov, One of the most notable (or not) absentees from Russian WJHC team is Isles Kirill Kabanov. I was told team didn't want a "problem player."

Per Islanders, C Ryan Strome officially named to Team Canada for the 2012 World Junior Championship's, Dec. 26 - Jan. 5 in Edmonton & Calgary.

In other news:

My buddy Rich Bocchini, former radio broadcaster for the Bridgeport Soundtigers works with a great bunch of guys and a solid organization in the Houston Aeros now. Great clip.

Teen battling cancer gets cool surprise | Video | abc13.com

And don’t forget:

Fake Henrik Zetterberg 7!!!  The famed Office Party episode is now LIVE!

http://blip.tv/fakehenrikzetterberg/fake-henrik-zetterberg-episode-7-the-office-party-5726843