Happy 2008!

Here's wishing a happy, safe and successful 2008 to all friends, readers and hockey fans.

Yes, even the Islander fans. Potvin still sucks.

THREE STARS OF THE NIGHT, DEC. 31

1. Tim Thomas, Boston Bruins: Bounces back after giving up two first=period goals and stops 15 shots in final 40 minutes of 5-2 win over the Atlanta Thrashers, allowing the Bruins to snap a six-game losing streak.

2. Manny Legace, St. Louis Blues: Facing his old team, Legace made 31 saves for his 20th career shutout, and St. Louis snapped a four-game losing streak with a 2-0 win over the Detroit Red Wings

3. Dan Ellis, Nashville Predators: Why not another goaltender? Facing his former team, Ellis made 22 saves and Nashville snapped a seven-game road losing streak to the Dallas Stars with a 1-0 victory.