Shootout secrets
Lindsay Berra and E.J. Hradek, ESPN The MagazineFrom the December 28, 2009 issue of ESPN The Magazine: The controversial tiebreaker method some call "the shootout" examined from all angles, via Lindsay Berra and E.J. Hradek.
Story | Conversation | December 18, 2009
Pens vs. Flyers could get even dirtier
E.J. Hradek...Philly wins on home ice, but I can't pick them. I'll take the Penguins. Minnesota Wild at Montreal Canadiens Minny's battle cry as they head into Montreal: Win one for Guillaume...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 17, 2009
Some love for the Devils, Brodeur
E.J. HradekA couple of days ago, I received a note from "Rishi" in Pittsburgh who had a simple request. He wanted a little love for his New Jersey Devils. Really...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 08, 2009
Right decisions can key Flyers' playoff run
E.J. HradekWhat a weekend! It started with a coach getting fired and a wonderful 100th anniversary celebration in Montreal (that Guy Lafleur can still skate!). I...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 07, 2009
Marian Gaborik will be MVP
Timo Seppa, Puck ProspectusMarian Gaborik will silence Caps fans when he wins the Hart Trophy over Alex Ovechkin.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2009
Quarterly returns
E.J. Hradek, ESPN The MagazineE.J. Hradek examines the NHL playoff picture at the quarter-point in the season.
Story | Conversation | November 18, 2009
The quarter-season stock report: West
Puck Prospectus, Puck ProspectusPuck Prospectus uses its preseason projections to measure some of the Western Conference's most intriguing teams at the quarter pole and assess their chances of securing a playoff bid moving forward.
Story | Conversation | November 17, 2009
The streaking Devils and Kane's effect on Kovy
E.J. Hradek...top defenseman Paul Martin, who has been out since suffering a broken arm on Oct. 24. The Minnesota native plays big minutes in all situations for the Devils. Still, they haven't missed a beat...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 16, 2009
Even with Kovy, Thrashers won't beat Rangers
E.J. Hradek...there, eh? I say it does Thursday night. I'll take the Bylsmas over the Lemaires. Minnesota Wild at Tampa Bay Lightning I caught the Wild's 5-2 win in Toronto on Tuesday...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 12, 2009
Best and worst value players
Robert Vollman, Puck ProspectusCraig Anderson and Dustin Penner not only help on the ice, but they're soft on the pocketbook, too.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2009
Rivals clash in Boston while Kings aim for crown
E.J. Hradek...game will be contested north of the border. I'll take the Senators. Vancouver Canucks at Minnesota Wild The Roberto Luongo-less Canucks begin a five-game road trip in St. Paul against Northwest...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 05, 2009
Draft Watch: Top junior D this decade wears red, white and blue
E.J. HradekTalking to an experienced amateur scout, I learned something pretty interesting. The little old U.S.A. is producing some hardcore kid defensemen. No...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 28, 2009
Dear Ducks, what the #%@& ?
E.J. HradekLet me start this mailbag edition with a question of my own for the Anaheim Ducks: What the #%@& ? After a 3-2-1 start, the Ducks have dropped four ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 27, 2009
With the first pick in the 2010 draft, the Boston Bruins select ...
E.J. HradekIt's Tuesday, so it must be time to dip into the mailbag to answer a few of your questions. I'll start by going off the board and saying yes, Yanks ma...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 20, 2009
L.A.'s about-face on offense
E.J. Hradek...Murray's plan worked just fine Thursday night during a 6-3 win over the visiting Minnesota Wild. Smyth, Williams and Kopitar each registered three points in the club's second straight win. In...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 09, 2009
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