Elliotte Friedman: Montreal Canadiens coach Claude Julien was admitted to the hospital Wednesday night with chess pains.
John Shannon: “Claude Julien had a stent inserted into a coronary artery. The procedure was carried out at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto on Thursday. Doctors expect a full recovery. Julien will return to Montreal to recuperate.”
Elliotte Friedman: Kirk Muller will take over behind the bench for the rest of their series with the Philadelphia Flyers.
Hamhuis retires
Adam Vingan: Nashville Predators defenseman Dan Hamhuis has retired from the NHL.