Presented by Mark 'Scoop' Malnowski, THN.com's Getting to Know asks hockey players and personalities a variety of questions that gives you, the reader, a glimpse into their lives.

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Getting To Know: Colton Orr

Getting To Know: Colton Orr

by Mark Malinowski - November 14, 2009 10:15 AM EST

The Maple Leafs tough guy answers a variety of questions about his life both on and off the ice.
Status: Toronto Maple Leafs right wing.   Ht: 6-foot-3 Wt: 225 pounds   DOB: March 3, 1982 In: Winnipeg, Man.   Childhood Heroes/Inspirations: "Brendan Shanahan was one.


Getting To Know: Michael Nylander

Getting To Know: Michael Nylander

by Mark Malinowski - November 7, 2009 9:15 AM EST

The veteran of more than 900 NHL games talks about his life in hockey, on and off the ice.
Status: Washington Capitals center.   Ht: 6-foot-1 Wt: 195 pounds   Birthplace: Oct. 3, 1972 In: Stockholm, Sweden   Childhood Heroes/Inspirations: "I think Wayne Gretzky was a hero in my younger days.


Getting To Know: Ray Emery

Getting To Know: Ray Emery

by Mark Malinowski - October 31, 2009 10:31 AM EDT

The Philadelphia goalie reveals his closest NHL friends, his earliest hockey memory and more.
Status: Philadelphia Flyers goaltender HT: 6-foot-2 WT: 196 pounds   DOB: Sept. 28, 1982 In: Cayuga, Ont.   First Hockey Memory: "I went to a skating school company that my dad (Paul) works for.


Getting To Know: Dennis Bonvie

Getting To Know: Dennis Bonvie

by Mark Malinowski - October 25, 2009 8:45 AM EDT

The former fighter and penalty minute accumulator opens up about his hockey experiences and more.
Status: Former NHL right wing/defenseman for Edmonton, Boston, Ottawa, Pittsburgh, Colorado and Chicago. Also played in the American League for Cape Breton, Hamilton, Portland, Philadelphia, Wilkes Barre, Providence, Binghamton and Hershey.


Getting To Know: Vincent Lecavalier

Getting To Know: Vincent Lecavalier

by Mark Malinowski - October 18, 2009 9:50 AM EDT

The Lightning star recalls his first job, his first car and answers other questions about his NHL life.
Status: Tampa Bay Lightning center   HT: 6-foot-4 WT: 223 pounds   DOB: April 21, 1980 In: Ile Bizard, Que.   Hockey Inspiration: "Steve Yzerman.


Getting To Know: Paul Mara

Getting To Know: Paul Mara

by Mark Malinowski - October 11, 2009 8:28 AM EDT

The new Canadiens blueliner opens up about his history in the game both on and off the ice.
Status: Montreal Canadiens defenseman   HT: 6-foot-4  Wt: 207 pounds   DOB: Sept. 7, 1979 In: Ridgewood, N.J.   First Hockey Memory: "I'd have to say is skating on the ice my first time (age 5) at Avon Old Farms in Connecticut where I lived, where my feet were just freezing cold and my toes were frozen.


Getting To Know: Simon Gagne

Getting To Know: Simon Gagne

by Mark Malinowski - October 3, 2009 10:38 AM EDT

Simon Gagne talks about his funny hockey memory, his most memorable goal and more.
Status: Philadelphia Flyers LW Ht: 6-foot  Wt: 195 pounds DOB: Feb. 29, 1980  In: Ste-Foy, Quebec. First Hockey Memory: "Maybe watching the Quebec Nordiques on the TV with my dad in the living room; Hockey Night In Canada.


Getting To Know: Niklas Backstrom

Getting To Know: Niklas Backstrom

by The Hockey News - September 27, 2009 9:57 AM EDT

The Wild goaltender talks about his favorite hockey memory, favorite arenas to play in and more in this week's interview.
Status: Minnesota Wild goaltender. Ht: 6-foot-1 Wt: 189 pounds DOB: Feb. 13, 1978 In: Helsinki, Finland Hockey Inspirations: "A lot of players.


Getting To Know: Joe Micheletti

Getting To Know: Joe Micheletti

by Mark Malinowski - September 19, 2009 9:25 AM EDT

The former NHLer and WHLer and current TV analyst for the Rangers talks about his career and his favorite memories.
Status: Former WHA and NHL defenseman for the Calgary Cowboys, Edmonton Oilers, St. Louis Blues and Colorado Rockies from 1977-82. Scored 11 NHL goals in 158 games.


Getting To Know: Tie Domi

Getting To Know: Tie Domi

by Mark Malinowski - September 12, 2009 9:10 AM EDT

The former NHL tough guy and fan favorite looks back at his career on and off the ice.
Status: Former NHL right winger for Toronto, New York and Winnipeg. Ht: 5-feet-10  Wt: 200 pounds DOB: Nov. 1, 1969  In: Windsor, Ont.


Getting To Know: Derek Morris

Getting To Know: Derek Morris

by Mark Malinowski - September 5, 2009 9:44 AM EDT

The new Boston Bruins defenseman shares his most embarrassing memory, favorite arena to play in, and more.
Status: Boston Bruins defenseman Ht: 6-feet Wt: 221 pounds DOB: August 24, 1978 In: Edmonton Hockey Inspirations: "I grew up watching Paul Coffey, being from Alberta, so obviously I enjoyed his game.


Getting To Know: Curtis Glencross

Getting To Know: Curtis Glencross

by Mark Malinowski - August 29, 2009 11:04 AM EDT

The Calgary Flames winger talks about his off-season hobbies, his best friends in the league and more.
Status: Calgary Flames left wing.   Ht: 6-foot-1 Wt: 195   DOB: December 28, 1982 In: Kindersley, Sask.   Hockey Inspirations: "I like the way Mike Modano, Doug Gilmour and Jeremy Roenick played.


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