Dallas' Eriksson leads NHL's Three Stars

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12/22/2008 - New York, NY (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Dallas Stars left wing Loui Eriksson, Philadelphia Flyers center Jeff Carter and New Jersey Devils left wing Patrik Elias were named the NHL's "Three Stars" for the week ending December 21.

Eriksson scored an NHL-leading six goals in three games last week, helping the Stars earn five of six possible points. He scored both goals in a 2-1 overtime win against Phoenix on Tuesday, added his first career hat trick in a 6-5 win over Columbus on Thursday 18 and scored once in a 5-4 overtime loss to Ottawa on Saturday. He leads the Stars in goals with 18 and already has surpassed his career-high of 14 set last season.

Carter recorded seven points, notching four goals and three assists, in four games and currently leads the NHL in goals this season with 25. He notched two goals and two assists in a 7-1 victory over Washington on Saturday.

Elias led all scorers for the week with eight points, recording three goals with five assists, and extended his point streak to 10 games as the Devils posted a 3-0-1 mark.

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After praising his leadership and work ethic through spring workouts, the Chiefs announced Tuesday they had signed the 27-year-old Cassel to a multiyear contract. Terms were not disclosed, but he will almost certainly be one of the highest-paid members of the team.
"We are excited to be able to reach a long-term agreement for Matt Cassel to be a Kansas City Chief for many years to come," owner and board chairman Clark Hunt said in a statement. "His proven leadership on and off the field will be a tremendous asset to the organization."
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The signing will come as welcome news to Cassel's new coaches and teammates. Amiable and hardworking, online football betting he appeared to win over everyone at minicamp.
"I think he's got some unique leadership qualities. I think his teammates like him and have respect for him. I think he's doing a pretty good job on the field, too," Haley said last month. "He's doing everything that I'm asking him, that our coaches are asking him to do. I don't have one single complaint how he's carrying himself."
After one workout, wide receiver Devard Darling declared Cassel "a breath of fresh air."
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"Since Matt arrived in Kansas City, he has embraced the team and the community," Pioli said. "His work ethic, his ability and competitive presence is what we expect from our players."

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