Fresh Links: Inflamed Edition

<p><b> Tonight the Boston Bruins host the Calgary Flames at 7pm.  </b></p>

<ul><li> The Flames are in town, and after an eventful week, here's a preview. [<a href="http://www.cbssports.com/nhl/gametracker/preview/NHL_20131217_CGY@BOS/flamesbruins-preview">CBSSports</a>]</li>

<li> Last time former Hab (now Flame) Mike Cammalleri was in Boston, it wasn't for very long! [<a href="http://www.calgarysun.com/2013/12/17/flames-michael-cammalleri-returns-to-boston-scene-of-trade">CalgarySun</a>]</li>

<li> It's official, Daniel Paille is out with a concussion, and in case you weren't keeping score, there's a list of all of the other Bruins that are out of comission. [<a href="http://espn.go.com/boston/nhl/story/_/id/10148169/daniel-paille-boston-bruins-indefinitely-suffering-concucssion">ESPN</a>]</li>

<li> The callup of Craig Cunningham tonight will mark a mini-reunion of Vancouver Giants alumni, and his mom and family will be in attendance. [<a href="http://www.theprovince.com/sports/Giant+party+shaping+Boston/9293717/story.html">TheProvince</a>]</li>

<li> Merry Christmas from the Boston Bruins- "This is the third greatest day of my life!" The Bear & The Gang has returned, do watch all the way to the end for Cam Neely. [<a href="http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nhl-puck-daddy/bruins-bear-boston-players-star-hysterical-christmas-spectacular-130403414--nhl.html?soc_src=mediacontentstory">PuckDaddy</a>]</li>

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<p><b> The Shawn Thornton Update: </b></p>

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<li> Thornton has appealed his suspension, will meet with the Bettman in New York, and continues to skate with the team. [<a href="http://www.boston.com/sports/hockey/bruins/extras/bruins_blog/2013/12/shawn_thornton_to_appeal_suspension.html">Boston.com</a>]</li>

<li> And an appeal does not automatically make Thornton a hypocrite. [<a href="http://www.sportingnews.com/nhl/story/2013-12-16/shawn-thornton-appeal-brooks-orpik-injury-update-nhl-suspension-process-loui-eriksson">TheSportingNews</a>]</li>

<li> There is a lot at stake for him at this point in his career. [<a href="http://www.weei.com/sports/boston/hockey/bruins/dj-bean/2013/12/16/appealing-suspension-doesnt-mean-shawn-thornton-isnt-">WEEI</a>]</li>

<li> One could make a case for some leniency. [<a href="http://espn.go.com/blog/boston/bruins/post/_/id/14560/opinion-thornton-deserves-a-break">ESPN</a>]</li>

<li> HNIC's Rob Pizzo and reporter David Amber question how the NHL is handwringing over headshots, while repeat offender James Neal kneed the head of a downed opponent and only received 5 games.  Hang on for Sochi goalie chat.(Video,12:59) [<a href="http://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/hockey-night-online-suspension-of-disbelief-1.2466269">CBCSports</a>]</li>

<li> Lost in the shuffle? Loui Eriksson. [<a href="http://www.masslive.com/bruins/index.ssf/2013/12/health_of_boston_bruins_forward_loui_eriksson_under_the_radar_amidst_shawn_thornton_suspension.html">MassLive</a>]</li>

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<p><b> Elsewhere around the rink:</b></p>

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<li> Take thirty! Elliotte Friedman offers his thirty thoughts. [<a href="http://www.cbc.ca/sports-content/hockey/opinion/2013/12/30-thoughts-western-conference-tougher-on-jets.html">CBCSports</a>]</li>

<li> Sartorial splendor- enjoy this infographic of Don Cherry's year in fashion! [<a href="http://www.cbc.ca/sports-content/hockeynightincanada/bio/infographics/sharp-dressed-man/">CBCSports</a>]</li>

<li> Well wishes to Gentilhomme Violent George Parros, who was concussed in a fight with Eric Boulton. [<A href="http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=439142">TSN</a>]</li>

<li> The NHL year in review... Stu Hackel takes a look back. [<a href="http://www.sportsonearth.com/article/66016542/">SportsOnEarth</a>]</li>

<li> Consolation prize: Sports Illustrated featured a Maple Leafs fan's video of the now legendary Bruins last minute game 7 victory in this week's issue. [<a href="http://slam.canoe.ca/Slam/Hockey/NHL/Toronto/2013/12/16/21342256.html">Slam.Canoe</a>]</li>

<li> And that Game 7 is Puck Daddy's number one greatest hockey game of the year. [<a href="http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nhl-puck-daddy/10-greatest-hockey-games-2013-puck-daddy-review-144952386--nhl.html">PuckDaddy</a>]</li>

<li> Merry Christmas from the San Jose Sharks! [<a href="http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nhl-puck-daddy/san-jose-sharks-christmas-party-just-put-team-042720944--nhl.html">PuckDaddy</a>]</li>

<li> Didja miss HBO 24/7? Here's your quick recap, if you're recovered from yesterday's drinking game hangover. [<a href="http://blogs.thescore.com/nhl/2013/12/16/episode-1-of-247-in-review-the-red-wings-faceoffs-leafs-money-on-the-board-and-more/#more-88201">BackhandShelf</a>]</li>