Hawks-Flames? 'The hate is building'
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comA playoff meeting between the Flames and Blackhawks doesn't have the rivalry feel of, say, Bruins-Habs. But both teams are admitting that this series is getting ugly ... real quick.
Story | Conversation | April 22, 2009Our MVPs for all 30 teams
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comHere are the regular-season MVP choices for all of the NHL's 30 teams -- the good, the bad ... and the Islanders.
Story | Conversation | April 06, 2009Iginla the eternal Calgary Flame
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comAs Jarome Iginla became the Flames' all-time points leader this past weekend, he further solidified a bond with the city of Calgary that will never be broken.
Story | Conversation | March 02, 2009Cammalleri making wave$ in Calgary
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comFor the first time in a long while, someone other than Jarome Iginla could lead the Flames in goals. But don't get too attached Calgary. Mike Cammalleri's stay might not last long.
Story | Conversation | February 10, 2009Magnificent Miikka continues to be the Mortal Miikka
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comNot so long ago, Miikka Kiprusoff was arguably the best goaltender in the NHL. Now, he's struggling. If the Flames want to reach the playoffs, Jarome Iginla won't be enough. They'll need their old goalie back.
Story | Conversation | November 13, 2008Bertuzzi looks for another fresh start, this time in Calgary
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comIt's a new season and Todd Bertuzzi is making another fresh start in Calgary. Will things be any different this time around?
Story | Conversation | September 28, 2008Now more than ever, Sharks need a hero in Game 7
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comThe general consensus is that the San Jose Sharks are the ultimate playoff underachievers. Who, pray tell, will step up for them in Tuesday night's Game 7? George Johnson says the Sharks need a hero now more than ever.
Story | Conversation | April 22, 2008Sharks feeling pressure of past postseason failures
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comThe Sharks are down in their series to the Flames. They are feeling the pressure of past postseason failures. Players are calling out teammates to step up. Will they answer the call in time to stop an early exit?
Story | Conversation | April 14, 2008Flames-Sharks may be mismatch to some, but both sides feeling the heat
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comNot many are giving the Flames a chance against the Sharks. But don't be fooled -- both sides are feeling an equal amount of pressure heading into the first round of the playoffs.
Story | Conversation | April 08, 2008It's alive! Our ultimate NHL player
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comThere's one teeny-tiny problem in trying to select the best player among the current NHL elite. You're absolutely spoiled for choice. But the perfect NHLer? We try to create our own NHL superstar.
Story | Conversation | March 17, 2008There's something in the Vancouver air, and it's called panic
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comThere's a feeling in the air in Vancouver. It's called panic. The Canucks are hoping to snap out of their recent funk before it's too late.
Story | Conversation | March 06, 2008Hard-hitting Phaneuf is hockey's latest Terminator
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comYou've seen Larry Robinson. You've seen Scott Stevens. So, who's the NHL's latest and greatest hitter? Meet Dion Phaneuf. The Flames defenseman is giving hits and taking names.
Story | Conversation | January 03, 2008In the spirit of giving, here's what teams should see under the tree
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comIt's the holiday season, and George Johnson is in a giving mood. Here is his wish list for all 30 NHL teams.
Story | Conversation | December 21, 2007So far this season, Lecavalier is all Hart
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comWill Sidney Crosby repeat as league MVP? As we take an early look at the awards races, George Johnson says the Pens captain will get a run for his money.
Story | Conversation | November 26, 2007Iginla, Kiprusoff playing, and dealing, in different ways
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comJarome Iginla is off to an uncharacteristically strong start. Miikka Kiprusoff is strangely not. And while the Flames are struggling, both stars are dealing with the adversity in very different ways.
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