Source: Habs Eyes on the Prize

Welcome to Hockey in Society’s Weekly Links post. This feature highlights articles or blog entries that are related to Hockey in Society’s areas of interest and that may be of interest to the site’s readers. Please check out some of the great writing that is happening in the hockey media and blogosphere!

• Montreal Canadiens legend Jean Beliveau passed away on Tuesday at the age of 83. Beliveau will be fondly remembered for not only his 17 Stanley Cups (10 as a player!) but also his relationship with fans. A terrible loss for the game. [Habs Eyes on the Prize] [CBC] [Montreal Gazette] [Puck Daddy]
• Researchers at Pennsylvania University have found that a blood test would be able to predict the severity of post concussion syndrome in professional athletes. [UPHS]
• A decline in the value of the Canadian dollar will have a significant impact on the NHL’s salary cap. A breakdown of how and why that happens. [New York Times]
• The KHL has a new President: league founder Alexander Medvedev has stepped down, to be replaced by Dmitri Chernyshenko. [IIHF]
• A short video remembering an outdoor hockey game played by Canadian troops during the Korean War. [CBC]
• The Tamba Bay Lightning, along with other professional teams in Florida, have been relying on unpaid homeless people to work their concession stands. [Tampa Bay Times]
• The Anschutz Entertainment Group is close to purchasing a majority stake in the Barclay’s Center, and is rumored to be opting out of the agreement with the New York Islanders. A look into this case and what it could mean for the NHL. [The Hockey Writers]
• A look into how the Dallas Stars re-branded themselves, including the process of developing a new jersey. [Icethetics]
• A great interview with Ottawa Senators General Manager Bryan Murray, who was diagnosed with cancer. [The Hockey News]
• Hockey New Brunswick is putting up anti-bullying signs in hockey rinks across the province, hoping to create a more respectful attitude in the stands. [CBC]
• Goaltender Martin Brodeur has officially joined the St. Louis Blues. Here’s a look into the evolution of his goaltending equipment over his career. [In Goal Magazine]
• An excellent profile of Erie Otters’ Connor McDavid, who is projected as the top pick in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft. [SB Nation]
• A look ahead to the new Epix show Road to the Winter Classic, which is replacing HBO’s popular 24/7 show.  [Puck Buddys]