Clubhouse culture led ex-Mariner to steroids and greenies

Former Mariners outfielder Shane Monahan wasn't named in the Mitchell report, but he wants to come clean about his use of steroids and amphetamines in the late '90s anyway, writes ESPN.com's Mike Fish.

Elias Says ...

A daily glance inside the numbers from the world of sports.

Ottawa Senators' Ryan Shannon (26) gets his shot blocked by Phoenix...the Senators 3-2. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin

What the Sedin twins can teach us

Don't think the Sedin twins can't teach us about the immediate economic future of the NHL? Read on, people.

'Tis the season for stops and starts

There is nothing like a fresh sheet of ice and all the mysteries and possibilities it represents, especially when it comes to 2009.

Here are my picks, and I'm sticking to 'em

John Buccigross believes this is one of the more difficult seasons to find clear-cut award winners. But that's not stopping him. He's got his picks and he's not letting the "playoff" argument get in the way.

New book might answer Orr vs. Gretzky debate

Number Four. Bobby Orr. It's poetry. But is the Elusive One better than the Great One? John Buccigross dives into the debate.

For all that's holy in hockey ...

John Buccigross is searching for another holy hockey building, one that will revive the chills of his childhood.

The Sports Guy chat transcript

Get comfortable. In fact, you better go get a snack because Bill Simmons is back with another marathon chat session.

Players need time to shake out the kinks

The owners and fans are important to the NHL, but John Buccigross explains why the players are the thing.

'Love and Peace or Else'

... a CBA stalemate. A song-by-song look at the current state of affairs in the NHL, courtesy of U2's latest release.

One more acceptance speech

One person is conspicuously absent from this year's Hall of Fame induction ceremony -- the fan.

Chat Archive: Special Guests 2008

The Special Guest Chat Archive 2008

More Cups for 'The Captain'

A glimpse into the NHL's future with Steve Yzerman, five goalies and a Podes update.

CBA BLT: A simple meal

A CBA BLT and Jeremy Roenick take a ride on the Zamboni this week.