30 for 30

30 for 30

30 for 30

Inspired by ESPN's upcoming 30th anniversary, ESPN Films is launching "30 for 30," an unprecedented documentary series featuring 30 of today's finest storytellers who will chronicle 30 remarkable stories from the ESPN era. Each storyteller will bring his/her passion and point of view to his/her film detailing the issues and events that transformed the sports landscape since 1979.

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Stories and snapshots from Hockey Hall of Fame weekend

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Scott Burnside checks in from Toronto with some snapshots from Monday's ceremony and the weekend of Hockey Hall of Fame festivities.

Story | Conversation | November 10, 2008

Anderson's Hall wait is over, but timing was everything

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Glenn Anderson's Hall of Fame nod shows it's never too late to correct mistakes, never too late for perceptions, if not people, to change and never too late to end up where you belong.

Story | Conversation | November 06, 2008

Credibility issues? None so far for Melrose in Tampa Bay

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Plenty of skepticism surrounds the hiring of Barry Melrose as Tampa Bay's new coach, but the Lightning's staff and players aren't showing any signs of frustration.

Story | Conversation | October 02, 2008

The Olympics? What happens next for Gretzky gets tricky for Hockey Canada

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Wayne Gretzky says he does not want to return as executive director for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. So, now what? Finding a home for The Great One is going to be one touchy task for Hockey Canada.

Story | Conversation | September 16, 2008

Training camp questions: Western Conference

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

As NHL training camps open up this week, we take a look at where each team stands. Here is our take, and questions, on the Western Conference.

Story | Conversation | September 16, 2008

Is it Bowman's turn with the Cup, or the Cup's turn with Scotty?

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

When it's Scotty Bowman's turn with the Stanley Cup, it's more of a trip back home for the silver chalice, writes Scott Burnside.

Story | Conversation | August 29, 2008

Latest McCarty journey ends with a silver pot at the end of the rainbow

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Sure, spending a day with the Stanley Cup for the fourth time is special. But when you're Darren McCarty, it has a far deeper meaning, writes Scott Burnside.

Story | Conversation | August 29, 2008

Residual effect from Gretzky trade still felt today

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

With Wayne Gretzky's trade from the dynastic Oilers to the Kings 20 years ago unassailably the most significant move in the NHL annals, Scott Burnside reveals the seven biggest swaps in history.

Story | Conversation | August 07, 2008

Will Bolts' moves be a 'success' or a 'bomb'? Time will tell

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

The Lightning have new owners. They now have a new coach in Barry Melrose. Vincent Lecavalier is on the verge of signing a new deal. So, how will things turn out in Tampa Bay? Time will tell.

Story | Conversation | June 24, 2008

Sundin's signing with the Habs would really burn the Leafs

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Not all the news at the draft was about young stars -- veterans such as Mats Sundin were in the mix too, writes Scott Burnside.

Story | Conversation | June 20, 2008

Could it be? Tikhonov and Gretzky with the same team?

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Viktor Tikhonov has the bloodline to prove he knows a thing or two about hockey, writes Scott Burnside.

Story | Conversation | June 20, 2008

Hall debate continues, but for different reasons

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Igor Larionov and Glenn Anderson were the only two players to be selected to the 2008 Hall class. We take a look at them, and those who didn't get a nod.

Story | Conversation | June 17, 2008

Crosby passes test in first trip to Stanley Cup finals

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

While his loss to the Red Wings will sting for quite some time, Sidney Crosby passed every test during his first trip to the Stanley Cup finals.

Story | Conversation | June 04, 2008

Like the '83 Oilers, must these Pens lose before they can win?

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

Is this Penguins team like the 1983 Oilers? They're young and sport the league's marquee player, but will they have to lose to an NHL power first before they can win it all?

Story | Conversation | May 25, 2008

Gonchar no one-show pony; Toronto brain trust strikes again

Scott Burnside, ESPN.com

What are the five things we've learned Tuesday? Sergei Gonchar is not a one-show pony and the Leafs seem content in considering Larry, Moe or Curly for their GM and coaching posts.

Story | Conversation | May 14, 2008