NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament

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'The Monster' still in limbo over NHL team to join

Scott Burnside

...The most sought-after player outside the NHL this offseason, Gustavsson remains undecided on which of the four NHL teams he'd like to join next season -- Dallas, Toronto, Colorado and San Jose. The 24...

Blog Entry | Conversation | June 26, 2009

Cup finals preview: Wings vs. Pens

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The Red Wings have survived, advancing to the Cup finals despite a banged-up lineup. But now, they face an offensive juggernaut unlike anything they've seen this postseason.

Story | Conversation | May 27, 2009

Second-round preview: Caps vs. Pens

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

All eyes will be on Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin as the two star meet in the playoffs for the first time.

Story | Conversation | April 29, 2009

Midseason report: Team-by-team grades

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

As we hit the All-Star break, here's a breakdown of where teams stand.

Story | Conversation | January 21, 2009

How does East stand up? Potential boon in Tampa; doom in Toronto

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

General managers mortgaged millions of dollars and committed to longer terms than most marriages during the first week of free agency. Here's a look at where the Eastern Conference teams stack up.

Story | Conversation | July 08, 2008

Conference finals -- A look at the coaches

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Scott Burnside looks at the coaches of the four conference finalists, how they got there and what makes them tick.

Story | Conversation | May 07, 2008

Our top candidates (so far) for playoff MVP

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

As the conference finals begin Thursday, our attention turns to those players whose performances have been stellar, superlative, Conn Smythe Trophy-worthy. Here are our top candidates.

Story | Conversation | May 06, 2008

Super Series evokes memories of 1972

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

As Canadian and Russian junior players begin a new Super Series, one can't help but think of one of the greatest goals in hockey history.

Story | Conversation | August 27, 2007

Youngsters like Pominville thrive under Ruff's watch

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The old theory says the playoffs are no time for less experienced players. But teams like the Sabres are showing why having youngsters in the lineup pays off.

Story | Conversation | May 09, 2007

The playoff MVP debate starts now

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

There will always be some debate about what constitutes the most valuable postseason player. Herein a look at our early Conn Smythe Trophy favorites heading into the conference finals.

Story | Conversation | May 09, 2007

No panic in Detroit, but there's uneasiness in Jersey

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The Detroit Red Wings have had trouble selling out playoff games, but Scott Burnside says there's no reason to panic in Hockeytown.

Story | Conversation | May 07, 2007

Coyotes could be the next hockey miracle

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Not many believed the Hurricanes could win the Cup. So, who's our Cinderella team for 2006-07? Scott Burnside picks the Coyotes.

Story | Conversation | September 29, 2006

Bettman: It's about hockey, not the markets

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Gary Bettman told the media that the state of the NHL was good. Scott Burnside says, for once, the commissioner was right.

Story | Conversation | June 05, 2006

Conference finals: A look at the coaches

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Scott Burnside looks at the coaches of the four conference finalists, how they got here and how they've earned their keep.

Story | Conversation | May 18, 2006

Second-round breakdown: Hurricanes vs. Devils

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Scott Burnside writes that New Jersey has yet to be tested in these playoffs and Carolina will be the challenge the Devils can't overcome.

Story | Conversation | May 04, 2006