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How to deal with the big 3-0

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The Hurricanes showed denial and defiance heading into Game 4 of the East finals, but history shows their chances of coming back from a 3-0 hole are not good.

Story | Conversation | May 25, 2009

Different expectations in East finals

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The Canes pulled off two upsets to reach the East finals. The Pens fought through two emotional series. Will either team have trouble getting motivated to play each other?

Story | Conversation | May 17, 2009

Comparing the goalies in East finals

Scott Burnside

...to be "the man." "I believe he should be the starting goalie," Staal said. Injury updates Rod Brind'Amour appeared at a media availability at the team's hotel in Pittsburgh bearing an ugly-looking...

Blog Entry | Conversation | May 17, 2009

Top players to watch in '09 playoffs

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Scott Burnside gives you 10 players to watch as these playoffs unfold.

Story | Conversation | April 13, 2009

Playoffs? The paths for Canes, Jackets

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Can the Sabres survive any longer without Ryan Miller? Will Carolina and Columbus make the postseason? Scott Burnside wonders about these and other hot topics.

Story | Conversation | March 16, 2009

Training camp questions: Eastern Conference

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

As NHL training camps open up this week, we take a look at where each team stands. First up, our take, and questions, on the Eastern Conference.

Story | Conversation | September 15, 2008

So this is what it's like when a player becomes a leader

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Plagued by inconsistent efforts up and down the lineup and dragged down by injury, Carolina saw its conference cushion dwindle. Then, Eric Staal stepped up when his team needed it most.

Story | Conversation | March 20, 2008

With Forsberg out, trades 'logjam' should open

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Now that Peter Forsberg is out of the running, many NHL teams will go to Plan B, a plan that includes other viable trade options like Mats Sundin and Marian Hossa.

Story | Conversation | February 18, 2008

Early trades? GMs can't ignore deadlines past

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The trade deadline isn't that far away. If NHL general managers need some advice, Scott Burnside says just look at past deals. It may be better to deal sooner rather than later.

Story | Conversation | January 21, 2008

Sabres will be hard to catch in the East

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

At the All-Star break, Scott Burnside reviews the Eastern Conference and predicts how each team will finish the season.

Story | Conversation | January 23, 2007

Thrashers looking to be the team in Southeast

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Scott Burnside writes that the Southeast Division will be a dogfight between Carolina and Atlanta, and history says the team that prevails may be the team that wins it all.

Story | Conversation | November 02, 2006

Carolina's celebration a double-edged sword

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Carolina opened its season with a ceremony, but that banner night will be a reminder of how hard it will be for the Canes to repeat.

Story | Conversation | October 04, 2006

Game 7: Canes' veterans vs. Oilers' unsung heroes

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Carolina's veterans will try to keep their team confident, while Edmonton's unheralded heroes will try to fend off the nerves. It's our Game 7 Matchup to Watch.

Story | Conversation | June 18, 2006

Game 6: Canes' power play vs. Oilers' agitators

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The Canes will be trying to score on the power play, while the Oilers' pests will be trying to stay out of the box. It's our Game 5 Matchup to Watch.

Story | Conversation | June 16, 2006

Game 4 matchup: Eric Staal vs. Oilers' power play

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The two might not seem to go hand in hand, but Eric Staal and the Edmonton Oilers' power play seem due. Which one will prevail in Game 4?

Story | Conversation | June 11, 2006