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For some, change must come (quickly)

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

A look at some teams that still have some work to do as the free-agency period quickly gives way to the dog days of summer.

Story | Conversation | July 03, 2009

Trades, rumors and who'll be No. 1

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

NHL draft week isn't always about the actual draft. Here are the top storylines to watch, from the top overall pick and beyond.

Story | Conversation | June 24, 2009

Bylsma beating odds yet again

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The odds have always been against Dan Bylsma (how many raised their eyebrows when he took over as Penguins coach?). But his uncharacteristic journey is the secret to his success.

Story | Conversation | April 17, 2009

Will Toronto be Burke's next stop? We know other teams that could use him

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

On Wednesday, Brian Burke stepped down as GM for the Anaheim Ducks. Does this automatically mean he's headed for Toronto? Maybe it shouldn't. A lot of teams could use a GM like Burke.

Story | Conversation | November 12, 2008

Early on, Maple Leafs are still in transition, not turmoil

Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.com

Before the start of the season, many believed the Toronto Maple Leafs' rebuilding season meant a quick ticket to the bottom of the standings. Well, not so fast. Yes, this is a team in transition, but it's not one in turmoil.

Story | Conversation | October 30, 2008

Deals, rumors and story lines on the eve of draft day

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

There's the NHL draft and all the trade talk that comes with it. We check in on the latest news and rumors on the eve of Friday's first round.

Story | Conversation | June 19, 2008

Is Fletcher in for long haul? Maurice's firing makes us wonder

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

You don't know whether to feel sorry for Paul Maurice or celebrate his firing from the Maple Leafs. But, either way, his dismissal leaves more questions in Toronto.

Story | Conversation | May 07, 2008

Don't kick Isles while they're down; give 'em the great outdoors

John Buccigross, ESPN.com

As the regular season winds down, Bucci knows some teams won't be going to the big dance. But don't kick a team while it's down. His case in point -- the New York Islanders.

Story | Conversation | April 01, 2008

Those rumors? Here are the ones that didn't become reality

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Remember all of those pre-deadline rumors? Well, not all of them became a reality. Here's a list of the deals that didn't happen.

Story | Conversation | February 26, 2008

Top GMs to watch over the coming days

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Now that NHL general managers are on their way back to their respective cities, it is crunch time heading into Tuesday's 3 p.m. ET trade deadline. Here are five GMs to watch over the next few days.

Story | Conversation | February 20, 2008

If Sundin doesn't waive, Leafs should wave bye-bye to their captain

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

If Mats Sundin continues his stay-in-Toronto stance, the Maple Leafs' response needs to be strong -- take away his captaincy and tell him he's not coming back in 2008-09.

Story | Conversation | February 19, 2008

Trade and team rumblings from Day 2 of GMs meetings

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

What's Philly's Plan B? Will Ottawa pull off another deal? Is Rob Blake on his way out of Los Angeles? Scott Burnside has the dirt on this and more from Day 2 of the GMs meetings.

Story | Conversation | February 19, 2008

With Forsberg out, trades 'logjam' should open

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Now that Peter Forsberg is out of the running, many NHL teams will go to Plan B, a plan that includes other viable trade options like Mats Sundin and Marian Hossa.

Story | Conversation | February 18, 2008

Dream job or nightmare? New Leafs GM inherits quite the conundrum

Damien Cox, Special to ESPN.com

The Maple Leafs will soon unveil their ninth GM since they last won the Cup in 1967. Damien Cox doesn't know whether he'll offer congratulations or condolences.

Story | Conversation | February 13, 2008

Check this list: Some of these players will be on the move

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Here's a look at 25 players who could be on the move in the coming weeks, what impact they might have and their contract status after this season.

Story | Conversation | January 29, 2008