NHL - Five players who could be surprise factors in the playoffs
The Capitals and Blackhawks have plenty of star power, but they have budding unsung heroes too. Their potential X factors are among five under-the-radar players who could be postseason surprises.
View ArticleNHL - Are 50-goal scorers a thing of the past?
Alex Ovechkin is the only player with a chance to score 50 goals this season, but the debate remains whether the lack of goals means a lack of excitement in the game.
View ArticleVictor Hedman to play for Lightning after missing 3 games with injury
Victor Hedman plans to play for the Lightning in the first playoff game against the Red Wings after missing 3 games with an injury.
View ArticleNHL -- 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs - Complete coverage
From the first game until the Stanley Cup is handed out, we have you covered.
View ArticleThe impact of experience on the 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs - NHL
As the first-round series in the 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs head to their critical stages, how will experience play a role? Rob Vollman looks at each matchup.
View ArticleNHL -- 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs - New York Islanders benefitting from Nick...
Nick Leddy hoisted a Stanley Cup with the Blackhawks in 2013. Johnny Boychuk won it with the Bruins in 2011. Now they're trying to accomplish hockey's ultimate goal again as Islanders teammates.
View ArticleNHL -- 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs - Tampa Bay Lightning's Victor Hedman is...
Defenseman Victor Hedman is controlling play at both ends of the ice while keeping Islanders star John Tavares in check -- and is again proving to be a vital part of Tampa Bay's success.
View ArticleNHL - 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs - Tampa Bay Lightning are winning without...
The Lightning are on the verge of the conference finals for the second year in a row. Can you imagine what they'll be when they get Steven Stamkos and Anton Stralman back?
View ArticleNHL - 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs - Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor...
Tampa Bay Lightning stud defenseman Victor Hedman is continuing where he left off last year, meaning he is again making a case to be named playoff MVP.
View ArticleNHL - 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs - Which potential Stanley Cup finals matchups...
Can Jumbo Joe help the Sharks shed playoff shortcomings? Will Sid cement his legacy as one of the game's greats? Which of the four finals matchups would rock the most? We take a look at each.
View ArticleSteven Stamkos of Tampa Bay Lightning says he wants to return
Steven Stamkos hopes he can re-sign with the Lightning as the franchise has "unfinished business" following a Game 7 loss in the Eastern Conference finals.
View Article2016 NHL draft - grades, analysis for the draft class for every NHL team
With the 2016 NHL draft in the books, Corey Pronman grades all 30 teams on their hauls, with the Toronto Maple Leafs and Winnipeg Jets leading the way.
View ArticleNHL - On the eve of the NHL's free-agency frenzy, here's the lowdown on the...
As the clock ticks toward the start of Friday's free-agency frenzy, here's a primer on the suitors for the top potential prize -- Steven Stamkos -- and other coveted free agents-to-be.
View Article2016 offseason grades for all 30 NHL teams
Which teams did the best in free agency, trades and the draft? Craig Custance grades every team heading into 2016-17, including an A+ for a team that made no notable additions or subtractions.
View ArticleAlex Killorn, Tampa Bay Lightning agree to seven-year deal
The Tampa Bay Lightning avoided arbitration with forward Alex Killorn, agreeing to terms on a $31.15 million, seven-year contract.
View ArticleNHL - On the eve of the NHL's free-agency frenzy, here's the lowdown on the...
As the clock ticks toward the start of Friday's free-agency frenzy, here's a primer on the suitors for the top potential prize -- Steven Stamkos -- and other coveted free agents-to-be.
View Article2016 offseason grades for all 30 NHL teams
Which teams did the best in free agency, trades and the draft? Craig Custance grades every team heading into 2016-17, including an A-plus for a team that made no notable moves.
View ArticleAlex Killorn, Tampa Bay Lightning agree to seven-year deal
The Tampa Bay Lightning avoided arbitration with forward Alex Killorn, agreeing to terms on a $31.15 million, seven-year contract.
View ArticleRichards retires after 15 NHL seasons, two titles
Brad Richards has retired after 15 seasons in the league and two Stanley Cup championships.
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