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This week’s simulation highlights feature a fantastic performance by Jimmy Howard (his rebound control prior to the glove save is fantastic. Direct those shots to the corners!), the Habs obliterate the Bruins, and of course, they work in the highlight of Danius Zubrus getting a slapper in the face again. I love how insistent they are that we watch that clip.

This morning I checked out the new “defensive reveal” for NHL 13, and I gotta say, I’m awfully excited for this year’s edition of the game.

In the early days of “NHL” series, when you had possession you had it solidly. It was fun, but not very realistic. This year, it looks like it’s going to be a lot easier to puck pokes loose from your opponent (as opposed to requiring a massive hit), and you’ll have to be smarter about when and where you’re passing.

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