Hype naturally serves to pump up the heart and dull the brain.
Monday was a hype day at the world hockey championship in Russia, at least for fans of the Winnipeg Jets and Toronto Maple Leafs.
Day 4 of the WHC featured the two top-ranked prospects for next month’s NHL entry draft against each other at the Yubileiny Arena in St. Petersburg.
On one side, centre Auston Matthews of Team U.S.A. and on the other, left-winger Patrik Laine of Finland. On this side of the Atlantic, two Canadian markets eager for a glimpse of the future.