The relationship between Evander Kane and Winnipeg is proof that bridges burn in subzero temperatures. The inferno will still be blazing this weekend when Kane heads back there for the first time.
The Sabres granted Kane’s wish last February when they got him out of Winnipeg. He knew he’d eventually have to return. The Buffalo winger will be there Saturday and Sunday, and the reception will be frostier than the forecast temperature of minus-22 Fahrenheit.
“Obviously, a lot of people I’m sure are looking forward to that game,” Kane said Wednesday. “It’ll be fun.”
It depends on the definition of fun.