Why Laraque might get a huge suspension
E.J. HradekLet me start this edition of the Monday10 by telling you that I use one of those space-aged composite sticks - just like the NHL stars - when I lace '...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 23, 2009
Fan-demonium in Anaheim and more
E.J. HradekI have a feeling that Anaheim Ducks captain Scott Niedermayer won't soon forget Thursday's 4-3 overtime win over the visiting...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 20, 2009
Thrash will upend goal-challenged B's
E.J. Hradek...Penguins at Ottawa Senators The defending champs got back on track with wins over the Bruins and Ducks. They've still got several injury issues and they aren't anywhere near the top of their...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 19, 2009
Quarterly returns
E.J. Hradek, ESPN The MagazineE.J. Hradek examines the NHL playoff picture at the quarter-point in the season.
Story | Conversation | November 18, 2009
Anderson, Kopitar are the real deals
E.J. HradekRight now, after three straight losses, I'm wondering a little bit about the Colorado Avalanche. As I type, the Avs still lead the Northwest Division,...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 17, 2009
The streaking Devils and Kane's effect on Kovy
E.J. HradekIt was a great weekend for me. Hey, any weekend when I don't stumble down a flight of stairs (that happened last weekend -- broken toe, mild concussio...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 16, 2009
Niedermayer on Ducks' struggles, NHLPA mess
E.J. HradekAnaheim Ducks captain Scott Niedermayer stands among the most decorated skaters in hockey history. He has been a...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 13, 2009
Mailbag: The year of the Sharks?
E.J. HradekAfter an impressive 5-0 shutout win over the defending champion Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night, the San Jose Sharks quickly have found their wa...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 10, 2009
Rivals clash in Boston while Kings aim for crown
E.J. HradekIf it's Thursday (it is Thursday, right?), it must be time for me to put on the blindfold and take out the dartboard. Well, actually, my picks aren't ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 05, 2009
Calder Watch: Minute-man Hedman tops list
E.J. Hradek...Crosby made a sliding save (it kind of looked like a two-pad stack) to deny Anaheim Ducks captain Scott Niedermayer of a sure goal that would have tied the entertaining game. Instead, the...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 04, 2009
Mailbag: Carlyle taking fire in Anaheim
E.J. Hradek...with the Cup to the West Coast to begin a four-game road swing against the Ducks in Anaheim. Right now, I'd have to give the Pens my vote for best team through the...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 03, 2009
Picking Thursday games, with a few gambles
E.J. HradekDespite my so-far spotty record as a puck prognosticator, I'm back for another crack at the Thursday picks. Last week, I was a dismal 4-5. After a per...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 29, 2009
Draft Watch: Top junior D this decade wears red, white and blue
E.J. HradekTalking to an experienced amateur scout, I learned something pretty interesting. The little old U.S.A. is producing some hardcore kid defensemen. No...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 28, 2009
Dear Ducks, what the #%@& ?
E.J. HradekLet me start this mailbag edition with a question of my own for the Anaheim Ducks: What the #%@& ? After a 3-2-1 start, the Ducks have dropped four straight games, being...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 27, 2009
Monday 10: Searing hot scorer, GK and rook
E.J. HradekAs Don Draper/Dick Whitman (played beautifully by Blues fan Jon Hamm) learned on Sunday night's episode of "Mad Men," it's pretty tough to keep a secr...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 26, 2009
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