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Leonsis confident signing was the right move for Caps

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The whopper of a contract signed by Alexander Ovechkin is just the latest move by owner Ted Leonsis to give the NHL its best shot in Washington, writes Scott Burnside.

Story | Conversation | January 11, 2008

Want the ultimate outdoor rink? Dan Craig makes it so

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

On Tuesday, fans will watch hockey in the middle of Ralph Wilson Stadium. But the rink didn't just magically appear. One man has helped make this outdoor spectacle happen, and he hasn't slept for weeks.

Story | Conversation | December 31, 2007

Outdoor air brings 'kid' out of Sabres, Penguins

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Many have debated whether the outdoor games are worth it. Others have complained that conditions are too harsh for players and fans. But if you saw the players on the ice at Ralph Wilson Stadium on Monday, none of them thought the great outdoors was a drag.

Story | Conversation | December 31, 2007

Talk is good, but too many changes could alienate fans

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The board of governors meetings ended Friday with another discussion of how to better the game. Well, the NHL needs to be careful that its self-reflection doesn't alienate the very people to whom it is trying to appeal.

Story | Conversation | November 30, 2007

Flyers need to control their players or pay the price

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

We can't call Randy Jones' hit on Patrice Bergeron "just another hockey hit." Enough is enough. Philly needs to control its players or pay a serious price.

Story | Conversation | October 29, 2007

Games fun, but NHL's invasion didn't take London by storm

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

How do you rate the NHL's regular-season debut in London? Scott Burnside says the Buzz-o-meter is showing mixed readings.

Story | Conversation | September 30, 2007

The queen? A puckhead? Who knew!

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

As the NHL descends upon England this weekend, one man recalls his brief hockey encounter with none other than the queen.

Story | Conversation | September 28, 2007

Our behind-the-scenes look at the Cup finals

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Finally, it's here. The Stanley Cup finals between the Senators and the Ducks. What should you be keeping an eye out for? Here's our finals primer.

Story | Conversation | May 27, 2007

Youngsters like Pominville thrive under Ruff's watch

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The old theory says the playoffs are no time for less experienced players. But teams like the Sabres are showing why having youngsters in the lineup pays off.

Story | Conversation | May 09, 2007

No panic in Detroit, but there's uneasiness in Jersey

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The Detroit Red Wings have had trouble selling out playoff games, but Scott Burnside says there's no reason to panic in Hockeytown.

Story | Conversation | May 07, 2007

Penguins talks put Bettman in potentially ugly pickle

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Scott Burnside says the latest Penguins drama puts Gary Bettman and the league in a potentially ugly pickle.

Story | Conversation | March 07, 2007

With more crashes in net, is 'challenge' in order?

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

With the game's new speed comes more crashes into the net. Does the NHL need to consider a team challenge rule similar to the NFL's?

Story | Conversation | November 27, 2006

A successful NHL coach is still a resourceful one

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Last season, coaches who were able to adjust to the new rules had the most success. Scott Burnside writes that trend isn't about to change.

Story | Conversation | September 27, 2006

Players asked 'specific' questions about Tocchet ring

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

ESPN.com has learned that almost four dozen NHL players and team officials have been interviewed by the league's independent investigator, who has failed to uncover any evidence the game's integrity has been compromised by people betting on NHL games.

Story | Conversation | April 10, 2006

Stevens made his mark on the NHL

Scott Burnside, Special to ESPN.com

If anyone deserves to leave the NHL on his own terms, it's defenseman Scott Stevens.

Story | Conversation | September 06, 2005