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Once in a Lifetime Opportunity for Tom Fenton

Former American International College men's ice hockey player Tom Fenton (Sarnia, Ont.) had what could be a once in a lifetime experience Thursday night after signing an amateur tryout agreement and dressing for the Phoenix Coyotes as an emergency backup goaltender against the New York Rangers, and in doing so became one one of the feel-good stories of the year.

Below are links to stories about Fenton's experience as well as interviews that aired during the game on Fox Sports, on ESPN's 'SportsCenter' and on NHL.com.

ESPN - Tom Fenton found, signed by Coyotes

ESPN - What's it like to be an emergency call-up? Tom Fenton dishes to 'SportsCenter'

NHL.com - Fenton goes from college office to Coyotes net

NHL.com - Coyotes sign emergency goalie to back up LaBarbera

Associated Press - Desperately seeking goalie: Coyotes nab student

Tom's call-in interview on SportsCenter

Tom's interview between periods on Fox Sports

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