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John Buccigross has heard a lot of talk about the Rangers, Flyers, Sabres and Sens this offseason. But he believes the real talk of the town for the 2007-08 campaign is coming out of Pennsylvania.

The NHL's final four are a talented bunch that have enjoyed much success during the regular season. All the more reason why John Buccigross doesn't want to hear the word "underdog" once from here on out.

While the owners and players are killing the NHL, the game itself is alive and well and doing fine.

A fantasy team, a new visor rule and a rabid otter take a ride on the Zamboni.

Is Phil Kessel really an enigma? And what does Bucci listen to when gnawing his chicken parm? It's the Mother Of All Mailbags.

It's almost time for Bucci and Ken the Otter to go into summer hibernation, but not before he has one last word on the 2007-08 season.

John Buccigross didn't think Rick DiPietro's monster deal was a bad move. He feels the same way about Mike Richards' 12-year contract extension. The benefits for these deals go way beyond money.

John Buccigross doesn't know what the future holds for the Penguins, but he is just happy Jim Balsillie is out of the picture.

This ain't no disco, this ain't no fooling around. This is the return of John Buccigross' column, and he's got his East predictions.

What would you say during your acceptance speech if you were inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame?

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

Leonardo da Vinci, playoff predictions and a little ball of hate take a ride on the Zamboni.

ESPN's John Buccigross takes a skate around the NHL in his weekly notebook.