Right now, West trumps East in NHL
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comHow is the Western Conference better than the East? What kind of experience does Team USA need in the 2010 Olympics? Scott Burnside explains all in this week's Power Play.
Story | Conversation | December 21, 2009Power Play: It's all about the goalies
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comMarty 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, 2009Future of Atlanta Thrashers is now
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comThe Atlanta Thrashers have been through the Dany Heatley trade and Marian Hossa's departure. But the real defining moment for this franchise rests with one Ilya Kovalchuk.
Story | Conversation | December 04, 2009Will Alex Ovechkin's first suspension have any lasting impact on him?
Scott Burnside...suspension for The Great Eight's knee-on-knee hit on Carolina defenseman Tim Gleason in the Capitals' 3-2 win on Monday night. Ovechkin is lucky on a number of fronts. He's lucky...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 01, 2009Has Ovechkin finally gone too far?
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comPart of Alex Ovechkin's charm has been his willingness to go through people as opposed to around them. But given his latest hit, has the Caps star gone too far?
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2009Power Play: Niittymaki the answer
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comA 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, 2009Discontent early on for Sharks, Capitals
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comSharks-Capitals. A matchup that should provide no shortage of offense and star power. But the teams are mirror images of mild discontent so far this season and Thursday's tilt will certainly be a test.
Story | Conversation | October 15, 2009'Youth' no longer excuse for Ovie, others
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comThe 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, 20092009-10 NHL matchups to watch
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comThe 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, 2009Winter Classic has right venue, wrong team
Scott Burnside...expect, then, that the NHL would have finally gotten around to inviting Alexander Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals to perform on such a stage, wouldn't you? Ah, no. Instead, the NHL and broadcast...
Blog Entry | Conversation | July 15, 2009Don't turn Classic into Overkill
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comWhy is the NHL contemplating running a second outdoor game? It will just ruin one of the league's major success stories coming out of the lockout.
Story | Conversation | June 19, 2009Bruins to play Caps or Flyers at Fenway
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comIt looks like the potential opponents for the Boston Bruins in next New Year's Day outdoor game at Fenway Park has been narrowed to two teams, the Philadelphia Flyers or Washington Capitals, ESPN.com has learned.
Story | Conversation | June 04, 2009Cup finals preview: Wings vs. Pens
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comThe Red Wings have survived, advancing to the Cup finals despite a banged-up lineup. But now, they face an offensive juggernaut unlike anything they've seen this postseason.
Story | Conversation | May 27, 2009'I'm a dad' ... 'I don't like being away'
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comFor many players, chasing the Cup comes at a price, and not just a physical one. Many must struggle with the reality of being separated from their families.
Story | Conversation | May 19, 2009East finals preview: Penguins vs. Canes
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comFatigue might be a factor for the Penguins and Hurricanes, especially Carolina, but mental toughness won't be.
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