Crawford named NHL first star of the week

NEW YORK – Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Corey Crawford was named NHL first star of the week Monday after posting consecutive shutouts last week.

Crawford went 2-1-0 over three games with a 0.68 goalsagainst average and .979 save percentage.

New York Islanders rightwinger Josh Bailey was named second star and San Jose Sharks goaltender Martin Jones took the third star. Bailey led all NHL players with seven assists over three games.