There are several big concerns for the Avalanche, not the least of which is goaltending. But Joe Sakic has a different view. Craig Custance says Sakic (pictured) is big believer in Peter Budaj.
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Custance from SNT:
Jackets' Leclaire reaching his goal
Canucks' Luongo trying new pads
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• Selanne's mind is made up, but he's unsigned
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Sept. 20: Preseason schedule begins
Oct. 4: 2008-09 season begins overseas
Oct. 10: Season begins in North America
Nov. 7-10: Hockey Hall of Fame inductions, Toronto
Jan. 1: NHL Winter Classic in Chicago
Jan. 25: 57th All-Star Game, Montreal
April 12: Regular season ends
April 15: Stanley Cup Playoffs begin
June 26-27: NHL Draft, Montreal
Oct. 4: 2008-09 season begins overseas
Oct. 10: Season begins in North America
Nov. 7-10: Hockey Hall of Fame inductions, Toronto
Jan. 1: NHL Winter Classic in Chicago
Jan. 25: 57th All-Star Game, Montreal
April 12: Regular season ends
April 15: Stanley Cup Playoffs begin
June 26-27: NHL Draft, Montreal