Colorado Avalanche among four teams that could shift their attention to the...
Four teams that spent this offseason like they'd be Stanley Cup contenders may be more focused on the draft lottery in 2015, based on the underlying statistics.
View ArticleThe Washington Capitals still are not a serious contender in 2014-15 - NHL
Hockey Prospectus identifies a player trending up, a player trending down and a key stat for the 2014-15 Washington Capitals.
View ArticleNew York Rangers, Montreal Canadiens could soon be buyers on the trade market...
The NHL's four wild card slots remain hotly contested as the second half begins. Matthew Coller identifies the biggest flaw of 10 contenders for those spots, along with a potential fix in each case.
View ArticleNHL trade deadline -- Five teams that need to get a deal done
Five teams need to make a deal before Monday at 3 p.m. ET to have a chance of spurring on a championship run, writes Scott Burnside.
View ArticleSharks look like contenders again
Let's be honest, it has been easy to wonder if San Jose Sharks general manager Doug Wilson had lost his way the last couple of seasons. After years...
View ArticleFive players who benefit most from new teammates -- NHL
Which players will benefit most from their team's offseason moves? Matt Coller takes a look at new teammates who can make an impact together next season.
View ArticleNHL - Morning 3-on-3 -- Is Roberto Luongo a Vezina Trophy candidate
A rejuvenated Roberto Luongo has worked his way into the Vezina Trophy and Team Canada conversations, and in Wednesday's Morning 3-on-3 we debate his chances for both honors.
View ArticleNHL -- Solid gambles by Nashville Predators, Los Angeles Kings and Washington...
When the dust settled, Los Angeles and Washington added veteran depth, while Nashville hoped it joined them as legitimate Stanley Cup contenders with a whopper of an acquisition.
View ArticlePower Rankings: Watch out for the Ducks
Sure, the Capitals have retaken the lead, but be careful for Ryan Getzlaf and the suddenly sizzling Ducks.
View ArticleLate goal by Bergeron gives Bruins 2-1 win over Flames
Patrice Bergeron scored a tiebreaking goal with 3:24 left in the third period and the Boston Bruins beat the Calgary Flames 2-1 on Tuesday night.
View ArticleHow the Anaheim Ducks got their season back on track - NHL
The Ducks were in the basement earlier this season, but are now among the top contenders. Matthew Coller examines how that happened, and whether they should be concerned about a playoff downturn.
View ArticleFavorites, contenders, dark horses and also-rans for the 2016 Stanley Cup...
Who has the inside track on the Stanley Cup? Rob Vollman splits the potential playoff clubs into four categories: favorites, top contenders, dark horses and also-rans.
View ArticlePavelski's tiebreaking goal leads Sharks past Capitals 5-2
Joe Pavelski scored a tiebreaking power-play goal in the opening minute of the third period and Martin Jones stopped a key penalty shot to help the San Jose Sharks beat the Washington Capitals 5-
View ArticleWhy the Boston Bruins are poised for a long playoff run - NHL
The Bruins have been one of the more surprising teams among their division's leaders this season. Rob Vollman examines their chances of making a run for the Stanley Cup this spring.
View ArticleNHL - Morning 3-on-3 -- Have the New York Rangers turned the corner?
The Rangers have been up-and-down this season, but after rolling the Bruins at home Keith Yandle and his teammates look again like the Stanley Cup contenders everyone expected them to be.
View ArticleNHL - 2016 Stanley Cup Playoffs -- John Buccigross examines all 16 playoff...
John Buccigross combines his favorite art forms, hockey and music, into an appreciation of each playoff team. The Red Wings are in Emo mode, while the beat goes on for contenders like the Caps.
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