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Power Play: A mess for Gretzky, NHL

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The NHL is stuck in the middle of a financial mess with the game's greatest player and ambassador, Wayne Gretzky. Will the Phoenix sale hamper the league's relationship with The Great One?

Story | Conversation | November 02, 2009

Power Play: Rangers, Theo, cap play

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The Rangers' and Jackets' surprising play. The latest on the mess within the union. Scott Burnside rants on these topics and more, including his "what to watch" list for this week.

Story | Conversation | October 19, 2009

Can Pronger get Flyers past Pens?

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

It seems Philadelphia's road to Cup glory must go through Pittsburgh. And the Flyers are hoping veteran defenseman Chris Pronger will help them get there.

Story | Conversation | October 08, 2009

'Youth' no longer excuse for Ovie, others

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The Cup is once again up for grabs. And the Penguins' win has changed the rules. There are no excuses anymore for Alex Ovechkin and the rest of the league's young stars.

Story | Conversation | October 01, 2009

Game 7 upset still fresh in Wings' minds

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

It's been almost four months since the Red Wings were upset by the Pens on home ice in Game 7 of the Cup finals. But even with the start of a new season in Stockholm, that loss is still close at hand.

Story | Conversation | September 28, 2009

With Kessel, future is now for Leafs

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Some might be quick to criticize Toronto for giving up so many picks for Phil Kessel, but they'll miss the fact that the Leafs have acquired an immediate talent and scoring threat.

Story | Conversation | September 18, 2009

New leader will inherit dysfunction

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

In the wake of executive director Paul Kelly earlier this week, one question remains: What kind of qualified candidate would want this job after watching the events of the past days and months?

Story | Conversation | September 03, 2009

Canada camp, Day 3: Coaching staff shakes up lines, defensive pairings

Scott Burnside

...orientation camp. Here are the combos from the day's practices: Forwards (Group I) Rick Nash-Sidney Crosby-Martin St. Louis Jonathan Toews-Mike Richards-Jarome Iginla Brenden Morrow-Andy McDonald-Dany Heatley (Jordan...

Blog Entry | Conversation | August 26, 2009

Canada camp, Day 1: Early line combinations and a new-look defense

Scott Burnside

...are a few of the line combinations and defense pairings that were being used: Rick Nash-Sidney Crosby-Jarome Iginla Brenden Morrow-Mike Richards-Dany Heatley Eric Staal-Joe Thornton-Corey Perry Milan Lucic...

Blog Entry | Conversation | August 24, 2009

Storylines, scrutiny at Canada camp

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

From who will be captain to who will mind the net, the Canadian Olympic orientation camp won't be short of storylines or scrutiny.

Story | Conversation | August 24, 2009

Now, Kane's character will be tested

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

As tepid as Patrick Kane's statement might have been Monday, one gets the feeling this moment marks a player at a crossroads.

Story | Conversation | August 17, 2009

Sid gives Cup one big homecoming

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Although Sidney Crosby was the guest of honor, his day with the Stanley Cup sent a powerful reminder to all those who came out to share in his joy that the past will not be forgotten.

Story | Conversation | August 10, 2009

Our summer questions to ponder

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

It's August, the longest month for a hockey fan. The free-agent frenzy is a memory, and training camp is still more than a month away. But our annual (really?) summer questions should help buoy your spirits.

Story | Conversation | July 31, 2009

2009-10 NHL matchups to watch

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The 2009-10 NHL schedule is out. And there's plenty to pay attention to, from the Penguins' banner-raising game to the debut of No. 1 draft pick John Tavares.

Story | Conversation | July 15, 2009

Winter Classic has right venue, wrong team

Scott Burnside

...season, the NHL is venturing out of doors Jan. 1 with its wildly successful Winter Classic. Sidney Crosby was there for the inaugural one in Buffalo in 2008. Last year, the NHL made great...

Blog Entry | Conversation | July 15, 2009