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Scratched for Game 4 of the Rangers' Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Bruins, it seems like Brad Richards' days in New York are coming to a unexpected early close. If the Blueshirts cut him loose, where could he land? Craig Custance lists options.

Blog | Conversation | May 24, 2013

Jonathan Toews ranked among the NHL's best players this season, but the Detroit Red Wings have found a way to limit the Chicago Blackhawks center through three games.

Blog | Conversation | May 23, 2013

DETROIT -- This was the slap in the face, the splash of cold water. Not necessarily one the Chicago Blackhawks needed, but one they knew was coming. During any long playoff run for a Stanley Cup contender, there are moments when a big shove back f...

DETROIT -- It's a theory Mike Babcock has had going back to his days as a junior coach. When it comes to the development of young players, a playoff game counts as two regular-season games. One NHL scout, who has noticed the improvement in some of...

The youthful Red Wings have continued to show their growth in the 2013 postseason, and showed in Game 2 they can battle with the league's best. Now, can they put together another strong effort against the Stanley Cup favorites?

Blog | Conversation | May 20, 2013

With just one season remaining on Phil Kessel's contract in Toronto, the Leafs must decide how much they value their star sniper.

Blog | Conversation | May 17, 2013

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

Craig Custance writes that the San Jose Sharks, a dangerous team this postseason because of the emergence of Logan Couture, are benefiting from the extra time off between their first- and second-round playoff series.

Blog | Conversation | May 14, 2013

Following the Ducks' Game 7 loss, Anaheim and veteran Teemu Selanne have some big decisions to make. And they're not alone.

Blog | Conversation | May 13, 2013

Craig Custance looks at the five biggest questions facing the Vancouver Canucks this offseason.

Blog | Conversation | May 09, 2013

Former Washington Capitals coach Bruce Boudreau makes a quick transition to Anaheim and has the Ducks contending, writes Craig Custance.

Craig Custance examines how Anaheim Ducks head coach Bruce Boudreau has matured and evolved as a postseason coach since his days with the Washington Capitals.

Blog | Conversation | May 08, 2013

Ducks defenseman Toni Lydman's status for the remainder of his team's first-round series against Detroit is very much in doubt as he recovers from a hit that earned Red Wings forward Justin Abdelkader a two-game suspension.

Craig Custance writes that Viktor Fasth's path from Sweden to the NHL might pave the way for more Europeans free agents.

Blog | Conversation | May 06, 2013

Anaheim Ducks defenseman Toni Lydman, injured on a hit from Detroit's Justin Abdelkader in the second period of Game 3, didn't practice on Sunday with the team and is doubtful for Monday's Game 4.