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Now that the Super Bowl is over and done with, NFL fans are looking for a sport to keep them occupied. John Buccigross would like to welcome you back to the world of the NHL.

What better time to bring back the running diary than for Sunday's historic gold-medal hockey game? Did anyone say "Sidney Crosby"?

The end of the regular season is here. You know what that means: playoffs ... and the awards debate.

John Buccigross checks in with "Jonesy" to get his take on the state of the NHL.

When Bucci wanders the halls here at ESPN, people stop and shout, "Hey, it's the hockey guy!" but he's not exactly thrilled with the tag. Here's why.

Hey, NFL fans! Now that your season is over, why not come over to the good side of the NHL? John Buccigross has 10 reasons for you to catch up and tune in, including one Mr. Ovechkin and a little team called the Red Wings.

John Buccigross didn't think Rick DiPietro's monster deal was a bad move. He feels the same way about Mike Richards' 12-year contract extension. The benefits for these deals go way beyond money.

Bucci knows there are some of you who are just getting around to take notice of the NHL. So, he offers up some notes on what you missed so far.

John Buccigross isn't afraid to look back at his East predictions, but he isn't very happy about that Chris Drury hit.

John Buccigross dives into your e-mails and, with your help, has come to one conclusion: Michel Therrien has to be considered for Coach of the Year honors.

Bigger nets, more Canadian teams and less yapping during broadcasts. Just some of the things Bucci would do to better the NHL.

Should fighting be banned from the NHL? John Buccigross revisits the issue with some help from Marty McSorley and Tony Twist.

John Buccigross doesn't know what the future holds for the Penguins, but he is just happy Jim Balsillie is out of the picture.

As he pines over Chris Drury, Chicken Parm and Life cereal, Bucci wants you to remember one thing: He's not a hater!

John Buccigross believes that players likely will never bet on hockey because they respect the game too much.

When John Buccigross saw the Terrible Towels in Detroit, he wondered why the Pens can't capture some of those fans' hearts.