As Pollak called Friday Nichol's a shark.

That fourth line center the Sharks are about to sign? Scott Nichol.

This comes from nobody directly connected with the signing, yet someone whose awareness of NHL comings-and-goings I totally respect.

Data collected by a fan about the referees. Includes a breakdown by call type, team and official; Assignments and some comments.

Goose digs deeper into the disparity in officiating home vs. away.