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Big is better in the minds of many NHL GMs watching these playoffs. But where can they find size this offseason when free agency and the draft are highlighted by smaller skill players?

Blog | Conversation | May 16, 2013

Eliminated from the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Islanders, Maple Leafs, Capitals and Canadiens begin their offseasons seeking solutions and fixes for better results in 2013-14. But where do the answers lie? Craig Custance examines.

Blog | Conversation | May 15, 2013

Hockey Prospectus provides a potential trade for each Southeast Division team that could help upgrade its roster at the trade deadline.

Story | Conversation | March 29, 2013

Hockey Prospectus provides a potential trade for each Central Division team that could help upgrade its roster at the trade deadline.

Story | Conversation | March 27, 2013

With Ryan Getzlaf inking a rather robust contract, how will it impact the trade market for centers? Craig Custance explores the market for one of the most important, and scarce, positions in the NHL.

Blog | Conversation | March 11, 2013

Hockey Prospectus releases the latest update in its player power rankings, with the Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby regaining the top ranking among skaters while teammate Chris Kunitz soars to No. 4.

Story | Conversation | March 04, 2013

Craig Custance evaluates the early returns from the summer's free-agent moves to rank his top five so far, noting that it's been the under-the-radar signings that have made the biggest impact.

Blog | Conversation | February 27, 2013

Hockey Prospectus releases the latest update in their player power rankings, with the Ottawa Senators' Craig Anderson leading the goalies as we near the season's midway point.

Story | Conversation | February 25, 2013

Caught between an owner's belief that the Caps can win now and a reality in which early losses have made the playoffs a long shot, GM George McPhee must decide which direction to turn for the rest of this season: Deal to win now? Or play the long game?

Blog | Conversation | February 07, 2013

Flyers star center Claude Giroux has started the 2013 season slowly as he has grown into his new role as team captain. Plus notes from around the NHL.

Blog | Conversation | February 05, 2013

As the presence of Mike Gillis sent Roberto Luongo rumors swirling in D.C., Craig Custance writes that while the Caps have denied discussions around the Canucks goalie, the veteran netminder could very much help a team developing young goalies.

Blog | Conversation | February 04, 2013

Hockey Prospectus provides a ranking of the top 10 projected goaltenders for the 2013 season.

Story | Conversation | January 12, 2013

Grant Sonier evaluates the five best draft classes for individual teams since 2002, noting that while Sidney Crosby may be the game's best player, the Pens' 2005 haul wasn't quite deep enough to snag the No. 1 spot.

Blog | Conversation | December 26, 2012

With their future in Glendale looking more certain, attention now turns to the future of the Coyotes' crease, where Mike Smith has become a hot commodity who hits the market this summer.

Blog | Conversation | November 29, 2012

Former NHL scout Grant Sonier files from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, breaking down the top draft eligible prospects skating at the recent World Junior A Challenge.

Blog | Conversation | November 09, 2012

Craig Custance explains how some NHL clubs may feel a salary cap pinch under a new CBA and why some teams may want to seek an amnesty provision similar to that currently used in the NBA.

Blog | Conversation | November 08, 2012