15 reasons to love the Blackhawks
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comHockey is back in the City of Big Shoulders. In a major way. Here are 15 reasons why, young or old, you should watch the Chicago Blackhawks.
Story | Conversation | April 29, 2009Blues refuse to quit in home stretch
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comAround the New Year, no one would have thought the Blues would be in the thick of the playoff hunt. But, with less than a month to go before the postseason, St. Louis is making a lot of noise.
Story | Conversation | March 24, 2009Florida's play making Bouwmeester's decision that much tougher
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comBy choosing not to commit to the Panthers beyond this season, Jay Bouwmeester gave his team a kind of ultimatum. Show me, or I'm outta here.
Story | Conversation | December 17, 2008Canucks' hopes now turn to backups Sanford, Schneider
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comThe Canucks haven't exactly gotten used to life without Roberto Luongo. Now, their playoff hopes could rest on the backs of their two backup netminders, Cory Schneider and Curtis Sanford.
Story | Conversation | December 05, 2008Magnificent Miikka continues to be the Mortal Miikka
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comNot so long ago, Miikka Kiprusoff was arguably the best goaltender in the NHL. Now, he's struggling. If the Flames want to reach the playoffs, Jarome Iginla won't be enough. They'll need their old goalie back.
Story | Conversation | November 13, 2008Koivu helping Wild get through another Gaborik-less stretch
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comWho needs Marian Gaborik. Who needs Marian Gaborik?! Yes, the Minnesota Wild are hanging in nicely without their franchise star, thanks to a great combo of goaltending and defense, yes … but also scoring.
Story | Conversation | November 05, 2008Are Oilers ready for the next step? We'll have fun watching them try
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comThe Oilers' mad dash to the playoffs fell short last season, but will this young squad be able to get over the hump in 2008-09? The team, and the city, are hoping.
Story | Conversation | October 17, 2008Now more than ever, Sharks need a hero in Game 7
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comThe general consensus is that the San Jose Sharks are the ultimate playoff underachievers. Who, pray tell, will step up for them in Tuesday night's Game 7? George Johnson says the Sharks need a hero now more than ever.
Story | Conversation | April 22, 2008Odds are slim, but one can't help but root for these Oilers
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comLate-season pushes are nothing new to Edmonton. And while the odds are against the Oilers this time around, one still can't bet against them.
Story | Conversation | March 31, 2008It's alive! Our ultimate NHL player
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comThere's one teeny-tiny problem in trying to select the best player among the current NHL elite. You're absolutely spoiled for choice. But the perfect NHLer? We try to create our own NHL superstar.
Story | Conversation | March 17, 2008There's something in the Vancouver air, and it's called panic
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comThere's a feeling in the air in Vancouver. It's called panic. The Canucks are hoping to snap out of their recent funk before it's too late.
Story | Conversation | March 06, 2008Mind over matter? How else to explain these Sharks?
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comThe San Jose Sharks were considered a Cup favorite in the preseason, and they are delivering by hanging around the top of the Western Conference. But it's the way they have won that's surprising people.
Story | Conversation | February 01, 2008Bryzgalov has the Desert Dogs barking up the playoff tree
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comForget that he's loosey-goosey, he's flaky as a snowball, he'll talk your ear off. Ilya Bryzgalov has been a breath of fresh air for the Coyotes, just when things were turning stale in the desert. Johnson
Story | Conversation | January 10, 2008Crosby a rare combination of star and working man's hero
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comNow that the Crosby Circus has packed up and left Western Canada, George Johnson wants to dispel some preconceived notions. Sid is no Wayne, but he's that rare combo of superstar and working man's hero.
Story | Conversation | December 11, 2007So far this season, Lecavalier is all Hart
George Johnson, Special to ESPN.comWill Sidney Crosby repeat as league MVP? As we take an early look at the awards races, George Johnson says the Pens captain will get a run for his money.
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