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[March 18, 2015]  March 17 (The Sports Xchange) - The NHL is considering three-on-three play during overtime and implementing a coach's challenge possibly by next season.

General managers discussed both issues, the salary cap and more at their meetings this week in Florida.

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After an exam and consultation with specialists, New York Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist on Tuesday was cleared to return to practice.

The Rangers' all-time wins and shutouts leader hasn't played since suffering a damaged blood vessel in his neck on Jan. 31.

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The Washington Capitals reassigned right winger Chris Conner and goaltender Philipp Grubauer to the Hershey Bears of the American Hockey League. (Editing by Frank Pingue)

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