Time to revisit three-point system
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe shootout is still a fan favorite, but does it really reward the better teams in the league? We believe it's time to revisit the three-point system.
Story | Conversation | December 02, 2009Wings, Bruins 'sticking with the program'
Pierre LeBrunThe Detroit Red Wings are suddenly slumping, not so coincidentally after losing star blueliner Niklas Kronwall. But anyone waiting for veteran GM Ken...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 28, 2009Expect more NHL games in Europe
Pierre LeBrun...NHL Players' Association to have a footprint overseas. Maple Leafs shakeup I'm told Leafs GM Brian Burke was working the phones mighty hard this weekend, trying to shake up his last-place team...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 21, 2009A safer helmet: An idea whose time has come
Pierre LeBrunTORONTO -- Somewhere along the line, the mood in the room shifted. It was gradual, it took a long time, but after years of discussing head shots at t...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 11, 2009Group to study issue, report in March
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe NHL's 30 GMs agreed Wednesday to study the idea of making blindside hits to the head illegal next season.
Story | Conversation | November 11, 2009'Lou's boys' still making their mark
Pierre LeBrunTORONTO -- Lou Lamoriello and Brian Leetch were on opposite sides of the Devils-Rangers NHL rivalry, but they share a lifetime bond...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 09, 2009Kessel shows little rust in Toronto debut
Pierre LeBrun...d be the only guy at Air Canada Centre disappointed in his performance. Wilson and GM Brian Burke went out of their way to lower expectations as Kessel's return neared, but surely even...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 03, 2009U.S. coach says Avs' Anderson in 'very good spot'
Pierre LeBrun...the winger back at the NHL draft. In the end, the trade broke down after GMs Brian Burke and Peter Chiarelli miscommunicated with each other on a key part of the deal. Kaberle remembers...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 02, 2009Kessel expected to make Leafs debut Tuesday
Pierre LeBrun...Toronto Maple Leaf more than six weeks after a blockbuster trade from the Boston Bruins. GM Brian Burke and coach Ron Wilson have wisely tried their best to minimize the expectations on the talented...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 02, 2009Penner 'staying classy' in Edmonton
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comDustin Penner's time in Edmonton has been filled with controversy since the Oilers signed him two years ago. But thanks to humor ("Anchorman"!) and, yes, better fitness, the power winger is finding his way.
Story | Conversation | October 28, 2009You vented ... I'm answering
Pierre LeBrunOK, puckheads, you have ranted, and I have listened. Now, sit back on the couch and let me soothe you with comforting words. Here are a few rants I re...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 27, 2009Esche hopes to get look from Team USA brass
Pierre LeBrun...Esche isn't playing in the NHL in front of Team USA eyes also hurts. GM Brian Burke and the rest of his management team -- David Poile, Paul Holmgren, Ray Shero, Don Waddell and...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 21, 2009Burke on poor start: Players are not executing
Pierre LeBrun...the Phil Kessel trade) should Toronto not pick up its hockey socks this season. Leafs GM Brian Burke knew what he signed up for here nearly a year ago. He understands the plight of...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 14, 2009Weekend wrap: Gonchar talks, equipment rules
Pierre LeBrun...so why not an award for GM of the year? Last season, Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brian Burke proposed that the league establish an award for GMs, and the GMs agreed to move on...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 10, 2009Canucks angered by Leafs' conduct
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe NHL said Wednesday it has handled a dispute between the front offices of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Vancouver Canucks and now considers the matter closed.
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