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Eliminated from the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Islanders, Maple Leafs, Capitals and Canadiens begin their offseasons seeking solutions and fixes for better results in 2013-14. But where do the answers lie? Craig Custance examines.

Blog | Conversation | May 15, 2013

After consecutive shutouts, New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist holds the early lead in the Conn Smythe watch.

Story | Conversation | May 14, 2013

Craig Custance examines what to watch for in tonight's Game 7 between the Anaheim Ducks and Detroit Red Wings.

Blog | Conversation | May 12, 2013

Craig Custance writes that a strong 2010 draft is the key to the Ducks' playoff success so far.

Blog | Conversation | May 10, 2013

The Leafs owe the end of their lengthy playoff drought to the puck luck gods, and the Devils could have been contenders ... if they'd had more time.

Story | Conversation | May 01, 2013

Craig Custance looks back at the many accomplishments of Jim Nill during his time with the Wings and focuses on the job that lies ahead as the new GM of the Dallas Stars.

Blog | Conversation | April 30, 2013

Craig Custance makes his 2013 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs picks from Round 1 and the Cup Final.

Story | Conversation | April 29, 2013

The Colorado Avalanche won the NHL's draft lottery and will select No. 1 overall from what will be a loaded 2013 prospect class. Insider NHL scout Grant Sonier breaks down how he sees the draft selections playing out among the non-playoff teams.

Story | Conversation | April 29, 2013

Craig Custance talks to San Jose's rivals to scout out how to beat the Sharks in the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Story | Conversation | April 28, 2013

Craig Custance talks to Vancouver's rivals to scout out how to beat the Canucks in the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Story | Conversation | April 28, 2013

Craig Custance talks to St. Louis' rivals to scout out how to beat the Blues in the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Story | Conversation | April 28, 2013

Craig Custance talks to Pittsburgh's rivals to scout how to beat the Penguins in the 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Story | Conversation | April 28, 2013

Craig Custance talks to Montreal's rivals to scout out how to beat the Canadiens in the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Story | Conversation | April 28, 2013

Craig Custance talks to Chicago's rivals to scout out how to beat the Blackhawks in the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Story | Conversation | April 28, 2013

Craig Custance talks to Toronto's rivals to scout out how to beat the Maple Leafs in the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Story | Conversation | April 28, 2013

Craig Custance talks to New York's rivals to scout out how to beat the Islanders in the 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Story | Conversation | April 28, 2013