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E.J. Hradek looks at the five players in the 2011 Stanley cup playoffs feeling the most pressure to perform this weekend.

Blog | Conversation | April 22, 2011

E.J. Hradek checks in with his notes on all eight playoff series, noting that the B's and Pens are in some hot water and that this may be the season the Predators finally see the second round.

Blog | Conversation | April 18, 2011

E.J. Hradek studies each of the first-round playoff series and picks his winners to advance to the conference semifinals.

Blog | Conversation | April 11, 2011

E.J. Hradek turns his gaze to the west where he sees the Anaheim Ducks looking strong once more. Plus some notes from around the NHL, as well as the NCAA.

Blog | Conversation | March 28, 2011

E.J. Hradek ranks the top rookie defensemen in the NHL, leading off with his top choice: John Carlson of the Washington Capitals.

Blog | Conversation | March 16, 2011

E.J. Hradek delivers his weekly Tuesday picks, taking the Canadiens over the Capitals among other predictions.

Blog | Conversation | March 15, 2011

E.J. Hradek dips into his weekly mailbag to answer questions on the New Jersey Devils' playoff chances, the Red Wings' home woes and the underrated abilities of the Stars' Jamie Benn. The good news for Devils' fans: They're not out of it yet.

Blog | Conversation | March 10, 2011

E.J. Hradek wraps up the NHL weekend action and looks ahead to the stretch drive as teams press ahead for playoff spots. Plus, notes on the Isles' coaching situation.

Blog | Conversation | March 07, 2011

E.J. Hradek evaluates each team in the Western Conference following the flurry of trade deadline deals Monday.

Story | Conversation | February 28, 2011

E.J. Hradek ranks the five most intriguing teams to watch ahead of the NHL trade deadline. Coming in at the top spot are the Los Angeles Kings.

Blog | Conversation | February 25, 2011

Before diving into his weekly picks column, E.J. Hradek weighs in on Monday's trade between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Dallas Stars. Plus more whispers from around the league.

Blog | Conversation | February 22, 2011

Trades are already coming in fast and furious as the Feb. 28 NHL trade deadline approaches. E.J. Hradek breaks down 10 trades that have already happened to see who won each deal.

Blog | Conversation | February 21, 2011

E.J. Hradek sits down for an interview with Los Angeles Kings defenseman Jack Johnson, who reflects on his Olympics experience and the growth of hockey in the U.S.

Blog | Conversation | February 18, 2011

E.J. Hradek takes his weekly dip into his mailbag, fielding questions on which players he thinks are leading for the Hart Trophy, the realistic chances of the Devils making the playoffs, and whether Colorado will trade John-Michael Liles.

Blog | Conversation | February 17, 2011

E.J. Hradek breaks down Mario Lemieux's comments in his Monday blog. The quick take? Super Mario can't have it both ways when it comes to truculence.

Blog | Conversation | February 14, 2011

On the heels of Brent Johnson's one-punch knockout of Rick DiPietro on Wednesday night, EJ Hradek ranks the best goalie fights of all time.

Blog | Conversation | February 04, 2011