Off Topic » Jersey Devils Jaromir Jagr aand Tuomo Ruutu

DAVIE, Fla. -- In a culture that fosters conflict, Jonathan Martin sought to avoid it. Upset by treatment he considered abusive, the Miami Dolphins tackle let the situation fester for months before leaving the team last week. Martins agent then complained to the Dolphins, who suspended guard Richie Incognito. The NFL is investigating whether Incognito harassed or bullied Martin, and whether their teammates and the organization mishandled the matter. Some say Martin, a Stanford graduate who went about his business quietly, handled the situation well. But pro football is a macho world, and some players believe Martin should have responded more firmly. "Is Incognito wrong? Absolutely. Hes 100 per cent wrong," New York Giants safety Antrel Rolle said. "No individual should have to go through that, especially in their workplace. "But at the same time, Jonathan Martin is a 6-4, 320-pound man. I mean, at some point and time you need to stand your ground as an individual. Am I saying go attack, go fight him? No. I think we all understand we can stand our ground without anything being physical." Dolphins players have robustly defended Incognito, long considered among the NFLs dirtiest players. Hes now a notorious national villain, but teammates praise his leadership and loyalty. Theyve been less passionate in their support of Martin, saying he and Incognito behaved like best friends. "They did a lot of stuff together," tackle Tyson Clabo said. "So if he had a problem with the way he was treating him, he had a funny way of showing it." Martin is with his family in California to undergo counselling for emotional issues. A senior partner in a New York law firm was appointed by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to investigate possible misconduct and prepare a report. DeMaurice Smith, executive director of the NFL Players Association, said Thursday that he continues to be in touch with those involved. "The NFLPA has taken steps to ensure that every one of our affected members is represented," Smith said in a statement. "It is our duty as a union to learn the full facts, protect the interests of players involved and hold management accountable to the highest standards of fairness and transparency." The alleged bullying saga engulfing the Dolphins has shed a light on how damaging perceptions can be in the violent world of the NFL. A Pittsburgh native, Martin is the son of Harvard graduates and his great grandfather also graduated from the school in 1924. At Stanford he protected Andrew Lucks blind side, and also majored in the classics. Taken in the second round of the 2012 draft, Martin has what it takes physically to be an NFL player -- size, skill, athleticism, intelligence. He won praise from the Dolphins for his diligent study of game and practice video. But while has been a starter since the first game of his rookie season, Martin developed a reputation in the NFL for lacking toughness. That impression might have been reinforced by the way he handled his issues with Incognito, current and former teammates acknowledge. "A lot of people might look at Jonathan Martin and think that hes soft because he stepped away from the game, and say, Why dont you just fight him?" said Seattle Seahawks receiver Doug Baldwin, who played with Martin at Stanford. "Well, if you look at it with common sense and being logical, what options did Jonathan Martin have? "He could fight Richie Incognito. He could go and tell on the players, which we know in the football locker room doesnt go over too well. Or he could remove himself from the situation and let the proper channels take care of itself. And I think he made the intelligent, smart choice without putting himself or Richie Incognitos physical abilities in danger." Houston Texans Antonio Smith, who has accused Incognito of dirty play since they went against each other in college, said Martin should have responded more forcefully. Smith drew a three-game suspension this year for taking Incognitos helmet and hitting him during an exhibition game. "I dont think that in my opinion a grown man should get bullied," Smith said. "And I think that if youre realistically getting bullied, theres only one way my mom taught me and my dad taught me how to get rid of bullies. They used to always say, You hit a bully in the mouth. It will stop him from bullying, no matter what you hit him with." Incognitos harassment of Martin included text messages that were racist and threatening, two people familiar with the situation have told The Associated Press. Incognito is white, while Martin is biracial. Two other people familiar with the situation have said Martin talked of quitting football earlier in his pro career before leaving the Dolphins. One person said Martin considered giving up the sport because of the way he was being treated by other offensive linemen on the team. The person added that Martin now wants to continue his football career. The Dolphins (4-4) play for the first time since the scandal broke Monday night at Tampa Bay (0-8). At least 75 reporters and cameramen tracking the case were in the locker room after Thursdays practice, but receiver Brian Hartline said the scrutiny wont prevent the team from playing well. "It almost heightens your awareness," he said. "You know its going to take away from your focus, so it does the exact opposite. You overcompensate to make sure you stay aware of the game." Adidas Sneakers Belgie .Mallais and his team out of Saint John defeated James Grattan 5-4 in Fredericton.The 2015 Tim Hortons Brier from Feb. Adidas Schoenen Outlet . The game got off to a less-than-ideal start for the Jets as Oliver Ekman-Larsson found a wide open net from the slot and opened the scoring for the Coyotes a lead in the first period, but Olli Jokinen answered back just over half a minute later. http://www.adidasschoenenoutlet.be/.9 million deal Thursday. The 25-year McGinn had 19 goals and 19 assists in 79 games last season in helping the Avalanche tie a franchise record with 52 wins. Adidas Schoenen Goedkoop .2 million deal for the upcoming season with right-hander Garrett Richards.The person spoke on condition of anonymity Saturday because the announcement hadnt been made. Adidas Schoenen Goedkoop Kopen . City, fielding a depleted team having already qualified, was twice pegged back by the plucky Czech champions but substitute Negredo tapped home in the 78th minute and Dzekos header made sure of victory in the 89th. The result kept City three points behind Bayern Munich ahead of their meeting in Germany in two weeks.Arizona Coyotes The team placed F Chris Summers and F Brandon McMillan on waivers on Tuesday. - TSN Buffalo Sabres F Matt Ellis was recalled from Rochester (AHL). Michal Neuvirth will get the start in goal tonight against the Detroit Red Wings. Petr Mrazek starts for Detroit, which means two Czech goalies will be in net as the Sabres retire the No. 39 jersey of Hall of Famer Dominik Hasek. - Team Twitter Carolina Hurricanes Anton Khudobin will start in goal tonight against the Avalanche. - Team Twitter Detroit Red Wings Petr Mrazek gets the call in goal tonight against Buffalo. - Sabres Twitter Montreal Canadiens Head coach Michel Therrien said that if all goes well, P.A. Parenteau should play on Wednesday in Columbus. He has missed two games with an upper-body injury. The coach also said that Carey Price will start against the Blue Jackets. - Team Twitter Jiri Sekac is heading to Columbus for the All-Star Skills competition. He will take the place of injured fellow rookie Tanner Pearson. - Team Twitter Nashville Predators F Mark Arcobello was placed on waivers. - TSN New Jersey Devils Jaromir Jagr aand Tuomo Ruutu both missed practice again on Tuesday with the flu.dddddddddddd The team confirmed that neither will travel with the team to Los Angeles. The team sent Seth Helgeson to Albany (AHL) and recalled Joe Whitney. - Team Twitter Patrik Elias was back on the ice after hyperextending his elbow during practice yesterday. - Tom Gulitti, The NJ Record Philadelphia Flyers D Braydon Coburn will miss four weeks with a lower-body injury. He was hurt during last nights game against the Lightning. - Team Release Pittsburgh Penguins D Taylor Chorney was recalled from Wilkes-Barre Scranton (AHL). - Team Release Tampa Bay Lightning F Tyler Johnson and D Victor Hedman are both listed as day-to-day. - TSN F Vladislav Namestnikov was recalled from Syracuse (AHL). - Team Release Toronto Maple Leafs The Leafs held a very optional practice today in Anaheim. Leo Komarov did not participate, but could be available to play tomorrow against the Ducks. Komarov left Mondays game against the Kings with a shoulder injury. - TSN Washington Capitals D Steven Oleksy was recalled from Hershey (AHL). - Team Release ' ' '