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Craig Custance dives into his mailbag to answer readers who raise concerns about the Detroit Red Wings' roster challenges, and he examines whether the Florida Panthers should select Nathan MacKinnon if they land the No. 1 pick in the 2013 NHL draft.

Blog | Conversation | April 26, 2013

Craig Custance explains how some NHL clubs may feel a salary cap pinch under a new CBA and why some teams may want to seek an amnesty provision similar to that currently used in the NBA.

Blog | Conversation | November 08, 2012

Kings forward Dustin Brown has become the latest high-profile NHL player headed to Switzerland during the NHL lockout.

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

While some deep playoff runs are the result of catching lightning in a bottle, the Los Angeles Kings figure to have their core intact for several seasons to come, a factor that leads Craig Custance to believe L.A.'s title window is just now opening.

Blog | Conversation | May 22, 2012

Craig Custance examines the options at Vancouver's disposal this offseason when it comes to dealing with goalie Roberto Luongo, now that Cory Schneider has emerged for the Canucks.

Blog | Conversation | April 19, 2012

Craig Custance writes that while there is no real sense of urgency when it comes to the upcoming labor negotiations between the owners and the NHLPA, many players are already saving money in case there ends up being a lockout.

Blog | Conversation | March 15, 2012

After a slow start, star D-man Drew Doughty claims he's recently found his sweet spot on the ice. Also, with Darryl Sutter on his way to L.A., Doughty wonders if intense coaching scrutiny is what the Kings need right now.

Blog | Conversation | December 19, 2011