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Craig Custance reports on 20 interesting findings from his whirlwind camp tour prior to the NHL openers, starting with why he thinks Chicago goalie Corey Crawford is poised for a bounceback season.

Blog | Conversation | January 21, 2013

Even as negotiations continue to stall, most players seem to be prepared to endure a long work stoppage according to Craig Custance.

Blog | Conversation | October 29, 2012

As the trade deadline dust settles, Craig Custance surveys the league to see which lingering questions will be answered in the month to come.

Blog | Conversation | February 29, 2012

After a dearth of trade deadline deals, the stage is set for a summer filled with major player movement. Craig Custance surveys which players could be on the move.

Blog | Conversation | February 27, 2012

The Winter Classic has become a big deal in the NHL, but will it carry weight with free agents? What about the retirement decision of Nicklas Lidstrom? Craig Custance chats with the GMs of the Leafs and the Wings to find out.

Blog | Conversation | February 09, 2012

Craig Custance writes that the Anaheim Ducks will have some tough decisions to make about their current roster between now and the trade deadline.

Blog | Conversation | January 10, 2012

In his weekly mailbag, Craig Custance writes that the Anaheim Ducks could shake up the trade deadline if they decide to unload some of their most desirable assets.

Blog | Conversation | January 06, 2012

Craig Custance writes that the Ducks' hiring of Bruce Boudreau makes it more likely that Bobby Ryan will remain in Anaheim.

Blog | Conversation | December 01, 2011

Craig Custance chats with former American NHL great Chris Chelios and other stars in search of the next U.S. standout and comes up with five strong candidates to fill the skates of the retiring Mike Modano.

Blog | Conversation | September 23, 2011