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Bryan Bickell's development as a versatile force is key for the Chicago Blackhawks, and could also present a dilemma for them, writes Pierre LeBrun.

PITTSBURGH -- A playoff series is probably the last place to go to forget about the past. The past is always clanging into the present and even the future, especially at the start of an NHL playoff series. What are the connections? Where are th...

Craig Custance explains why the NHLPA approved realignment this time around, and he answers mailbag questions on the future in Columbus and who might be in the trade market.

Blog | Conversation | March 08, 2013

The final results for EA SPORTS NHL 13 simulation for the 2012-2013 NHL season.

Results for the EA SPORTS NHL 13 simulation of the 2013 NHL postseason.

Craig Custance writes that the ongoing NHL lockout presents unique challenges for North American goaltenders.

Blog | Conversation | October 16, 2012

The National Hockey League Players' Association has made its first proposal in the latest round of collective bargaining talks with the NHL.

The NHL Players' Association is preparing to present its vision for a new collective bargaining agreement to the NHL when labor talks resume Tuesday.

I present four regular-season point totals: 69 points, 67 points, 59 points and 57 points. Now four names, in no particular order: Rick Nash, Zach Parise, Bobby Ryan and P.A. Parenteau. What might surprise the casual fan is which player generat...

With the Stanley Cup finals fresh in their minds, GMs will gather on June 22 for the NHL draft. In ESPN The Magazine, Grant Sonier presents the lineup of the kings.

Story | Conversation | June 11, 2012

ESPN NHL analyst Barry Melrose takes you through some of the Kings playoffs games, past and present....

Adam Graves visits with Laura Behnke to discuss the past and present rivalry between the Devils and Rangers....

Panthers-Blue Jackets Preview

Panthers-Hurricanes Preview

Pascal Dupuis scored twice and had an assist, and the Pittsburgh Penguins rallied to beat the slumping Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 on Wednesday night for their seventh straight victory.

The Boston Bruins have the cap space to add a significant salary before the trade deadline. But will that room be used on a star or will the B's stand pat and bank on the present lineup? Craig Custance chats with scouts and GM Peter Chiarelli to find out.

Blog | Conversation | February 06, 2012