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Defenseman Stefan Warg, a fifth-round draft pick by the Ducks in 2008, has signed with the Örebro Vipers of HockeyAllsvenskan, the second-highest league in Sweden. Warg is a native of Stockholm.

Warg split the 2009-10 season between the Seattle Thunderbirds and the Prince Albert Raiders of the Western Hockey League, scoring 20 points, all assists, in 64 games. The 20-year-old was not tendered an entry-level contract by the Ducks, and only could have returned to the WHL as an overage player.

"We talked to his agent two weeks ago, and he asked us to give our blessing on where we wanted (Warg) to play," Ducks assistant general manager David McNab said. "We thought going back (to Sweden) would be good for him. We know he'll play more. We own his rights until June 1, then we'll make a decision."

USA Hockey is teaming up with the Ducks (and the Kings, Sharks, Ontario Reign and Stockton Thunder) to take hockey to the children of California. It's called "California Hockey Day," and it's free to participate. Some equipment will be provided, if needed. 

The answer: Toledo 13, Michigan 10.

Great column from Mitch Albom of the Detroit Free-Press about a particular Detroit Red Wings fan, who got a visit recently from Chris Osgood and the Stanley Cup at his home in ... Corona Del Mar.

Or, "I was right ... and I WAS RIGHT!!"

I'm researching a piece on San Bernardino native Dave Stockton, currently a golfer on the Champions Tour and a Ryder Cup captain. He's more famous these days for appearing at corporate functions and instructional videos on putting.

There is a Web site that had no reason to exist before August, 2007, yet has become one of the best examples of modern democracy, and best uses for the Internet, ever.

AP: Belichick gets $500k fine, Patriots lose $250k, and a first-round draft pick if they make the playoffs. I am curious.

Everyone seems to be cheating these days. Even I feel like I'm cheating my boss somewhat when I surf the Internet for blog material in the middle of a lazy Thursday.