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Craig Custance writes that the unlikely playoff charge of the Columbus Blue Jackets has created a new challenger in the Hart Trophy race.

Blog | Conversation | April 22, 2013

Craig Custance looks at the fast starts of the San Jose Sharks and Chicago Blackhawks, noting that their plan to stay true to their identity and limit offseason changes is paying off early.

Blog | Conversation | January 28, 2013

Craig Custance examines the pivotal early storylines in the Central Division, a quintet of teams that should once again be among the NHL's best. And St. Louis Blues head coach Ken Hitchcock has not been idle during the lockout, looking for an edge.

Blog | Conversation | January 15, 2013

Should the CBA talks break down there's a chance every existing contract could be voided, making every player a free agent. What would that world look like? Who would be the top targets? How much would they earn? Craig Custance explores with an NHL exec.

Blog | Conversation | December 19, 2012

Heading into the playoffs, Craig Custance gets the lowdown on the Chicago Blackhawks from rival players, coaches and scouts.

Story | Conversation | April 06, 2012

With Sidney Crosby cleared for contact, the Pittsburgh Penguins could get a huge boost headed toward the playoffs. But they aren't the only team waiting on an injured star. Craig Custance examines five players whose return could tilt the playoff races.

Blog | Conversation | March 07, 2012

The Central looks like hockey's toughest division this season and the Blackhawks have demonstrated their power by leading it. Plus, Teemu Selanne trade rumors and the next step in Columbus.

Blog | Conversation | January 16, 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 writes that injuries to some of the NHL's elite players have cleared the path for Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews to win the MVP.

Blog | Conversation | December 14, 2011

In his weekly mailbag, Craig Custance looks at the Blackhawks MVP, the slipping Capitals, possible changes in Carolina and the return of Crosby.

Blog | Conversation | November 18, 2011