Finals' Game 7 new thing for Wings
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe Wings have the experience, they are still the defending champs, they are still the NHL's modern-day dynasty, but they have no more Game 7 experience in the Cup finals than the Pens.
Story | Conversation | June 11, 2009Wings miss chance to close out series
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe Wings are happy to have the chance to win the Cup on home ice, but, fact is, they failed to close out the series and have fallen into a winner-take-all situation that leaves no room for error.
Story | Conversation | June 09, 2009Coach Babcock has evolved with Wings
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comWe know Detroit has excelled at drafting, developing and assembling championship rosters. But one can't overlook coach Mike Babcock and the job he has done behind the bench.
Story | Conversation | June 08, 2009Pens' energy rattles Wings in Game 4
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comIn Thursday's Game 4, the Red Wings looked like a frazzled, tired group. But if one club can overcome such a loss, it's the defending Cup champs.
Story | Conversation | June 04, 2009Wings' first loss exposes poor PK unit
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe Red Wings don't have many flaws, but one is rearing its ugly head in the Cup finals: a poor penalty-killing unit.
Story | Conversation | June 02, 2009Osgood vs. Fleury? No contest so far
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comChris Osgood would never say it, but we will. The Wings netminder is hammering counterpart Marc-Andre Fleury in this Cup finals goaltending duel.
Story | Conversation | May 31, 2009Hockey gods, save us in Game 2
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe 2009 playoffs have provided some of the best hockey in years. That's why we were left a little wanting after Saturday's lackluster Cup finals opener.
Story | Conversation | May 30, 2009Wings win, but is there anything left?
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe Red Wings' depth helped them advance to the Cup finals on Wednesday night, but their tank is near empty.
Story | Conversation | May 27, 2009Killer B's moving forward for Hawks
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comToews. Kane. Havlat. Those are the Chicago stars that get all the ink. But you should know your Killer B's in the Windy City.
Story | Conversation | May 21, 2009This OT loss was killer for Hawks
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe Blackhawks took their best swing Tuesday night, and it still wasn't enough against the defending champs. Yes, Game 2 was a killer for Chicago.
Story | Conversation | May 19, 2009Still want to doubt Chris Osgood?
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comAfter winning the Cup last season, Chris Osgood wasn't mentally ready for the climb back. But the Wings goalie is back, showing his critics the playoffs are his time to shine.
Story | Conversation | May 18, 2009Hawks get schooled in Wings 101
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe Wings handed out the same lesson in Game 1 of the West finals as they did last postseason: Puck Possession 101. Question is, will the Hawks be able to counter?
Story | Conversation | May 17, 2009Ducks look nothing but beat in Game 5
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comWe're wondering ... did the Anaheim Ducks walk all the way to Detroit for Game 5? Because they sure looked tired Sunday in a 4-1 loss to the Red Wings.
Story | Conversation | May 10, 2009Marchant's winner saves Ducks' season
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comTodd Marchant's triple-overtime winner? There hasn't been a bigger goal scored for the Ducks since they were sipping champagne out of the Stanley Cup two years ago.
Story | Conversation | May 03, 2009Top playoff storylines to watch
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThis is the time of year when stories are made. Let's take a look at 10 possible storylines that could generate headlines in the playoffs.
Story | Conversation | April 13, 2009TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
NFL Expert Picks tops ESPN.com searches in October. Did "chris osgood" make the list?
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