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Players and prospects weren't the only things savvy teams should have picked up from the 2013 trade deadline. Craig Custance points out several critical errors GMs should avoid when building their teams.

Blog | Conversation | April 10, 2013

The Rangers were supposed to be Stanley Cup contenders and instead they're sputtering out of the playoff race. As the trade deadline approaches, Craig Custance examines some of the key options available to them.

Blog | Conversation | March 25, 2013

In a scenario oddly similar to the 2005 draft that produced Sidney Crosby, a lost season may result in a lottery drawing to determine which team could land generational talent Nathan MacKinnon.

Blog | Conversation | October 03, 2012

No one "wins" in a lockout, but there are some teams and players that are hit harder than others ... and there are a few that might benefit from some extra time off. Craig Custance surveys who might be affected more or less if the NHL shuts its doors.

Blog | Conversation | September 11, 2012

With the 2012 Summer Games serving as a back drop, Craig Custance starts looking ahead to the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi Russia, projecting what a possible Canadian roster might look like given an influx of young talent.

Blog | Conversation | August 09, 2012

After a whirlwind of extraordinary activity on Day 1 of the 2012 NHL draft, Craig Custance relays his best moves of the day, among other superlatives.

Blog | Conversation | June 23, 2012

Live from Pittsburgh, Craig Custance dishes on the latest rumors making their way around the hotel lobbies at the NHL draft, including word that Phoenix D Keith Yandle might be on the table.

Blog | Conversation | June 22, 2012

Craig Custance provides his list of five early favorites to win the 2013 Stanley Cup.

Blog | Conversation | June 12, 2012

Craig Custance writes that the New York Rangers will likely look to pursue some high-end goal scorers this offseason, with Zach Parise of the New Jersey Devils leading the list of potential targets.

Blog | Conversation | June 05, 2012

Craig Custance writes that the Chicago Blackhawks and other teams already eliminated from this season's playoffs could decide to re-evaluate their approach and personnel this offseason.

Blog | Conversation | April 24, 2012

Craig Custance writes that momentum is heading in a positive direction in Nashville, and the Predators are hoping the addition of Alexander Radulov can help spark a playoff run that will convince Ryan Suter and Shea Weber to stick around.

Blog | Conversation | March 22, 2012

The silence leading up to Monday's NHL trade deadline has been resounding, providing few clues on what, if any, big moves could go down. Craig Custance surveys the landscape and prepares for what figures to be an unpredictable deadline day.

Blog | Conversation | February 27, 2012

With the trade deadline providing few big moves to date, Craig Custance takes a moment to concoct 10 deals he'd like to see happen at the trade deadline.

Blog | Conversation | February 26, 2012

Craig Custance looks at five teams facing tough trade deadline decisions, including the Washington Capitals, who need to decide if they want to be sellers at the deadline in an attempt to shake up their team.

Blog | Conversation | February 25, 2012

In this week's edition of the Friday mailbag, Craig Custance answers questions on when Columbus will become competitive, the issues ailing the Capitals and the upcoming contract negotiations between the Penguins and Sidney Crosby.

Blog | Conversation | February 24, 2012

Craig Custance looks at the upcoming season for the Nashville Predators, one that will have major implications on the club's future. With three franchise players nearing free agency, Nashville must prove that it is a legitimate contender.

Blog | Conversation | October 06, 2011