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Five key factors helped the Los Angeles Kings go from conference doormat to being one win away from the Stanley Cup championship, writes Pierre LeBrun.

Gare Joyce examines the Lightning's decision to start Dwayne Roloson for Game 5 against the Boston Bruins on Monday night and notes that while a goalie change appears shocking, it doesn't mean that club can't win.

Blog | Conversation | May 23, 2011

DETROIT -- Kris Draper will be inserted into the Detroit lineup for tonight's Game 3 against the San Jose Sharks, Red Wings coach Mike Babcock confirmed after the morning skate. "Kris Draper is in for [Drew] Miller," Babcock said. "That's our only...

Detroit Red Wings forward Mike Modano had surgery Saturday morning to repair a severed tendon and nerve damage in his right wrist, which was cut in Friday's game against Columbus.

Mike Modano says he is "really kind of on the fence" about whether he will retire or return for another NHL season.

Mike Modano's first skate since he had his appendix removed goes well.

Dallas Stars center Mike Modano plans to play against Phoenix.

Dallas Stars center Mike Modano will sit out at least one game because of a left knee injury.

Dallas Stars center Mike Modano has targeted Friday for his return from a cracked rib.

Mike Modano's MRI reveals no structural damage to his bruised ribs.

Red Wings forward Pavel Datsyuk will not play in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup finals Saturday night, despite his assertion he is a game-time decision.

Red Wings forward Pavel Datsyuk will not play in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup finals Saturday night, despite his assertion he is a game-time decision.

Red Wings coach Mike Babcock said this morning six-time Norris Trophy winner Nicklas Lidstrom and Hart Trophy nominee Pavel Datsyuk will not play Wednesday night in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals.

Detroit Red Wings captain Nicklas Lidstrom has a broken nose after being hit in the face with a puck during an exhibition game.

Wings coach Mike Babcock switched up lines and it worked in Detroit's blowout win of the Ducks.

Mike Modano's return to the ice on Monday was shorter than hoped for.