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Ovechkin, Caps putting threat behind them

Scott Burnside

PITTSBURGH -- Sad commentary on our wired world when a screwed-up teenager with angry fingers can, at least momentarily, hijack an NHL playoff series....

Blog Entry | Conversation | May 08, 2009

First-period report: Penguins have rough start to Game 3

Scott Burnside

...still out for the Caps, which explains why Sloan is in. Eric Fehr is out and Michael Nylander is in. The big center with the big contract took an offensive-zone penalty in the...

Blog Entry | Conversation | May 06, 2009

Pregame check-in from Caps-Pens series

Scott Burnside

PITTSBURGH -- The Penguins thought Matt Cooke was picked by a Capitals player during a power play that led to a crucial Washington goal in Game 2. Nee...

Blog Entry | Conversation | May 06, 2009

Injury updates for Wednesday's Game 3

Scott Burnside

...Eric Fehr did not skate, and if he is unable to go, look for veteran center Michael Nylander to make his first appearance in the series. Nylander hasn't played since Game 3 of...

Blog Entry | Conversation | May 05, 2009

Quarterly report: Team-by-team grades

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Most teams hit the quarter mark in the next week. Here's a breakdown of where teams stand as they make the first turn in what has been a wildly exciting and unpredictable start to the 2008-09 regular season.

Story | Conversation | November 19, 2008

Training camp questions: Eastern Conference

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

As NHL training camps open up this week, we take a look at where each team stands. First up, our take, and questions, on the Eastern Conference.

Story | Conversation | September 15, 2008

How do West teams stand up? Hawks, Sharks big winners

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

General managers mortgaged millions of dollars and committed to longer terms than most marriages during the first week of free agency. Here's a look at where the Western Conference teams stack up.

Story | Conversation | July 07, 2008

With Jagr gone, the page has been turned in New York

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Jaromir Jagr's move to Russia doesn't mean more NHLers will jump to Europe. His move wasn't about ego. It was about the veteran forward seeing the writing on the wall and continuing to march to his own beat.

Story | Conversation | July 04, 2008

Early trades? GMs can't ignore deadlines past

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The trade deadline isn't that far away. If NHL general managers need some advice, Scott Burnside says just look at past deals. It may be better to deal sooner rather than later.

Story | Conversation | January 21, 2008

As Jagr continues to struggle, we ponder his future in New York

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

As the Rangers look to turn their season around, there might be an answer for what ails them -- considering a trade with free-agent-to-be Jaromir Jagr.

Story | Conversation | January 14, 2008

Islanders host special week; Penguins post fruitful road trip

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

From "fathers visit" with the Islanders to the Penguins' trek through Western Canada, some teams had a good week. Others did not.

Story | Conversation | December 09, 2007

First quarter -- Reviewing the Eastern Conference

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Here's a first-quarter review of the Eastern Conference and what might be in store in the coming weeks.

Story | Conversation | November 20, 2007

Training camp preview: Eastern Conference

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

As NHL training camps open this week, Scott Burnside gives his burning questions for the Eastern Conference.

Story | Conversation | September 09, 2007

Training camp preview: Western Conference

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

As NHL training camps open this week, Scott Burnside gives his burning questions for the Western Conference.

Story | Conversation | September 09, 2007

Nylander among latest to flee from Edmonton

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Michael Nylander signed for less money with the Washington Capitals -- once again leaving the Oilers red-faced.

Story | Conversation | July 05, 2007