Front Line: Hossa back, rising

Marian Hossa defied even the most optimistic of prognoses by returning to the Blackhawks before the calendar turned to December. With his injury behind him, Sean Allen is ready to consider him elite again.

Connolly scores twice to snap Sabres' losing streak

Buffalo's Tim Connolly scored twice in the third period and added two assists to help the Sabres defeat the Philadelphia Flyers 4-2 and snap a four-game losing streak Friday afternoon.

Forecaster: Rinne rewarding patience

Sean Allen previews Week 9 in the NHL from a fantasy perspective, noting Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne's dominance should continue.

Sabres-Flyers Preview

Sabres-Flyers Preview

Philadelphia Flyers' Scott Hartnell celebrates his goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the New York...

Philadelphia Flyers' Scott Hartnell, left, celebrates his goal with teammates Mike Richards, center, and Jeff Carter during the third period...