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We know about the superstars like Sidney Crosby, but seasons often swing on the pivotal players who take on new roles or carry big expectations. Craig Custance offers up 10 such players who could define their teams' fortunes in the shortened 2013 season.

Blog | Conversation | January 18, 2013

Craig Custance checks in with Mike Modano, a veteran of three of the longest playoff OTs in the past decade, to see what the Rangers and Capitals players will go through to recover after their Wednesday night epic.

Blog | Conversation | May 04, 2012

Craig Custance writes that the Rangers' triple overtime victory over the Capitals on Wednesday night was a career-defining win for New York goalie Henrik Lundqvist.

Blog | Conversation | May 03, 2012

Following the release of the NHL's three finalists for the Hart Trophy, Craig Custance provides his list of the three players who were snubbed most by not being included.

Blog | Conversation | April 27, 2012

Craig Custance provides a list of players most likely to turn things around in the second half of the season, and also updates his picks for this season's award-winners.

Blog | Conversation | January 11, 2012

Craig Custance compares the Philadelphia Flyers and New York Rangers to see which club is better built for the long run. The Rangers, he finds, get the nod.

Story | Conversation | January 02, 2012