Strange but true, Crosby hurting Pens
Tom Awad, Puck ProspectusPuck Prospectus uses its preseason projections to measure some of the Eastern Conference's most intriguing teams at the quarter pole and assess their chances of securing a playoff bid moving forward.
Story | Conversation | November 23, 2009
NEXT: The countdown continues
Morty Ain, ESPN The MagazineIn our never-ending search for the stars of tomorrow, we've narrowed this year's list to a talented 20. You'll have to wait until our annual NEXT issue (Dec. 14) to see who's No. 1, but these athletes should get your attention for now.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009
Anderson, Kopitar are the real deals
E.J. Hradek...s shootout win over the Florida Panthers). A first-round pick (11th overall) in the 2005 (Sidney Crosby) draft, Kopitar should smash his previous personal bests for goals, assists and points. He's currently...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 17, 2009
Even with Kovy, Thrashers won't beat Rangers
E.J. Hradek...lose one, right? On the flip side, the Penguins return home after dropping their last three. Sidney Crosby hasn't recorded a single point in a career-high five straight games. Something has to...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 12, 2009
Five things to watch this weekend
E.J. Hradek...Jose Sharks match up against one another? After a 5-2 loss Thursday in L.A., Sidney Crosby & Co. take their road show up the California coast for a showdown with the Western power...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 06, 2009
Rivals clash in Boston while Kings aim for crown
E.J. HradekIf it's Thursday (it is Thursday, right?), it must be time for me to put on the blindfold and take out the dartboard. Well, actually, my picks aren't ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 05, 2009
Calder Watch: Minute-man Hedman tops list
E.J. HradekDid you see Sidney Crosby showing off his goaltending skills in Anaheim on Tuesday night? That's right, goaltending skills. With...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 04, 2009
Mailbag: Carlyle taking fire in Anaheim
E.J. HradekIt's Election Day. So, if you're old enough and eligible, get to the polls. I know this isn't a sexy Presidential election like last year. Still, ther...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 03, 2009
Stars' absence won't hurt teams much
Andrew Rothstein, Puck ProspectusWith Alex Ovechkin joining Evgeni Malkin, Marc Savard and many other top names out of commission, Puck Prospectus frames its weekly look into the NHL around the question of injuries to superstars and the effect on a team's success.
Story | Conversation | November 03, 2009
Sitting down with Penguins GM Ray Shero
E.J. Hradek...their different roles really well. They've helped take a little pressure off Sid and Geno [Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin]. HRADEK: Do you see any potential problems you need to address? SHERO: I...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 16, 2009
Tavares dazzles, but misses chances, too
E.J. Hradek...suffered his first loss. Two of three ain't bad, is it? To read about what Sidney Crosby told John Tavares after his first NHL goal, as well as E.J. Hradek's analysis...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 05, 2009
My 10 under-the-radar players to watch
E.J. Hradek, ESPN The MagazineWe all know megastars like Ovechkin, Crosby and Luongo will be vital to their teams' success. But here are 10 under-the-radar players who will be just as important this season.
Story | Conversation | September 30, 2009
Atlanta's course could be determined by star forward
E.J. Hradek...make the deal much more memorable down the road. The 216th overall pick in the 2005 (Sidney Crosby) draft, Stralman is a lanky 6-foot-4, 180-pound puck mover who could slide right...
Blog Entry | Conversation | September 29, 2009
Despite Kadri craze, Leafs did the right thing
E.J. Hradek...Wilson made the absolute right decision. Kadri is a terrific young prospect, but he's not Sidney Crosby. Who is? There aren't many teenagers who are really ready for life in the NHL...
Blog Entry | Conversation | September 28, 2009
Brodeur mentoring 'Sid the Kid'
E.J. Hradek...Brodeur would be so quick to sing the praises of young rival and Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby? Speaking to the league's all-time win leader at the club's practice facility (which...
Blog Entry | Conversation | September 17, 2009
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