From Talking Points:
In a classy move, Bridgeport named Albany acting captain Pat Dwyer the game's first star, in recognition of the team's return to the ice.
Defenseman Brett Carson, who was hurt in the crash and unable to play, filled in for injured radio analyst John Hennessy on the broadcast.
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