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Eliminated from the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Islanders, Maple Leafs, Capitals and Canadiens begin their offseasons seeking solutions and fixes for better results in 2013-14. But where do the answers lie? Craig Custance examines.

Blog | Conversation | May 15, 2013

Neil Greenberg breaks down who and what should be blamed for early playoff exits. He says undisciplined play -- and not star Alex Ovechkin -- is the reason Washington was eliminated.

Story | Conversation | May 14, 2013

Craig Custance writes that the unlikely playoff charge of the Columbus Blue Jackets has created a new challenger in the Hart Trophy race.

Blog | Conversation | April 22, 2013

On the strength of three strong performances last week, San Jose goaltender Antti Niemi vaults to the No. 1 goalie spot. Meanwhile, Winnipeg forward Andrew Ladd joins the skater rankings at No. 6 and Chicago's Jonathan Toews moves up a spot to No. 2.

Story | Conversation | April 22, 2013

On the strength of three consecutive wins, Columbus goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky vaults to the No. 1 goaltender spot. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh forward Pascal Dupuis joins the skater rankings and Washington's Alex Ovechkin moves up a spot to No. 5.

Story | Conversation | April 15, 2013

Alex Ovechkin is back to his old offensive ways, shooting and scoring at a ridiculous rate -- a streak that has helped propel him on to the MVP leaderboard.

Story | Conversation | April 08, 2013

In February, the Washington Capitals looked finished. But as Craig Custance writes, management never wavered and today, Washington sits atop the weak Southeast Division.

Blog | Conversation | April 05, 2013

Rob Vollman of Hockey Prospectus ranks the skaters with the 10 most disappointing starts to the season. Alex Ovechkin tops the list.

Story | Conversation | February 14, 2013

Caught between an owner's belief that the Caps can win now and a reality in which early losses have made the playoffs a long shot, GM George McPhee must decide which direction to turn for the rest of this season: Deal to win now? Or play the long game?

Blog | Conversation | February 07, 2013

During the lockout there was speculation that disciplined, defense-first teams and players competing in Europe would have an advantage when play resumed. That has not been the case so far.

Blog | Conversation | February 06, 2013

Craig Custance explains why the Washington Capitals are taking a while to adjust to a new system, which is partially responsible for their slow start this season.

Blog | Conversation | February 03, 2013

Hockey Prospectus projects the top 10 scoring leaders in the 2013 season using HP's VUKOTA projection system.

Story | Conversation | January 16, 2013

Hockey Prospectus projects the top 10 goal scorers in the 2013 season using HP's VUKOTA projection system.

Story | Conversation | January 13, 2013

Grant Sonier evaluates the five best draft classes for individual teams since 2002, noting that while Sidney Crosby may be the game's best player, the Pens' 2005 haul wasn't quite deep enough to snag the No. 1 spot.

Blog | Conversation | December 26, 2012

Neil Greenberg compares the historical bar for entry into the Hockey Hall of Fame with the production of current NHL players to see which are worthy of lock status going forward.

Story | Conversation | November 12, 2012

With the 2012-13 season creeping closer, Hockey Prospectus and Craig Custance examine the rosters of every NHL team to see who is on the rise, who is declining and who could shine for the first time in the season ahead.

Story | Conversation | September 03, 2012