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Power Play: It's all about the goalies

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Marty Turco is thriving under a new schedule in Dallas, while Steve Mason hasn't gotten over the sophomore slump. Scott Burnside breaks it down in his weekly Power Play.

Story | Conversation | December 07, 2009

Power Play: Niittymaki the answer

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

A longtime backup the perfect tonic in Tampa Bay? Thus is the case for Antero Niittymaki, whose pristine play between the pipes has the Lightning on a tear.

Story | Conversation | November 09, 2009

The best among the rookies and sophs

Sean Allen, Special to ESPN.com

Sean Allen scans the NHL rookies and sophomores for potential sleepers.

Story | Conversation | September 09, 2009

Gilmour patiently awaiting his Hall of Fame fate

...part of that bubble group, joining the likes of Pavel Bure, Dino Ciccarelli, Dave Andreychuk, Doug Wilson, Steve Larmer, Tom Barrasso, Mike Vernon, Mike Richter and Adam Oates, among others. Gilmour and Bure, in particular...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 07, 2008

New season, new outlook ... same hockey hot seat

George Johnson, Special to ESPN.com

In this time of possibilities and unbridled optimism, there are some who are already feeling the warm glow of the hot seat. Taken team by team, they would be ...

Story | Conversation | October 09, 2008

What's in an NHL team name? Bucci knows ...

John Buccigross, ESPN.com

What is Bucci doing to pass the time before the Stanley Cup finals? He's playing his NHL name game, and he's got thoughts for all 30 NHL teams.

Story | Conversation | May 13, 2008

Is goonery overshadowing Flyers' resurgence?

Scott Burnside and Damien Cox, ESPN.com

With Jesse Boulerice's recent hit, is all of this goonery from the Flyers overshadowing the team's great turnaround, which could be the model for other struggling teams?

Story | Conversation | October 11, 2007

Ducks and Sabres? Ha! Just look up the ol' Habs

George Johnson, Special to ESPN.com

Wowed by the Ducks' and Sabres' strong starts? George Johnson says that's nothing compared to the feat of the 1976-77 Habs.

Story | Conversation | January 11, 2007

Out of spotlight, coaches still feel the heat

Scott Burnside, Special to ESPN.com

If it's all about the players in the playoffs, then what are the coaches doing for two months?

Story | Conversation | May 07, 2004

Injuries may prove toughest opponents

Jim Kelley, ESPN.com

The way teams deal with injuries is as important in the quest for the Cup as offense, defense and special teams.

Story | Conversation | April 05, 2004

Joy in the (emotional) state of hockey

John Buccigross, Special to ESPN.com

A first-round tug-of-war, Steve Rucchin, predictions and Conn Smythe candidates take a ride on the Zamboni.

Story | Conversation | April 24, 2003

Under Burns, Devils return to old form

Rob Parent, Special to ESPN.com

Defense has been the common denominator in the success of the season's newest hires.

Story | Conversation | January 09, 2003

Avalanche finally looking like their old selves

Barry Melrose, Special to ESPN.com

Unfortunately, it took a coaching change for the Avalanche to start living up to expectations.

Story | Conversation | January 03, 2003

'Tis the season for Christmas wishes

George Johnson, Special to ESPN.com

An MVP for Joe Thornton, an owner in Buffalo and Stevie Y back in the lineup are among our holiday gifts.

Story | Conversation | December 23, 2002

2002-03: A season of surprises

EJ Hradek, ESPN The Magazine

The Lightning in first? Jarome Iginla on pace for ... 16 goals? The NHL season has us scratching our heads.

Story | Conversation | December 17, 2002