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Flyers looking to snap out of another early-season funk
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comThe Flyers' inconsistent start is nothing new. Just look at their start to the 2006-07 season. But can Philly rebound this time around despite its depleted lineup?
Story | Conversation | October 29, 2008Credibility issues? None so far for Melrose in Tampa Bay
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comPlenty 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, 2008Tocchet returns at critical time for Gretzky, Coyotes
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comRick Tocchet is getting a second chance in the NHL because of Wayne Gretzky's loyalty, but what he decides to do with his second chance is in his hands.
Story | Conversation | February 06, 2008Chicago's revival goes beyond rookies Kane and Toews
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comThe Blackhawks are slowly but surely seeing a revival in Chicago. Scott Burnside tells us the comeback goes beyond two kids names Kane and Toews.
Story | Conversation | December 11, 2007Tocchet ban is just, but let's take 'Slap Shot' for what it's worth
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comWhen we consider that this whole "Operation Slap Shot" wasn't as scandalous as originally presented, Rick Tocchet's two-year ban is a just punishment.
Story | Conversation | November 01, 2007You can take Smyth out of Alberta, but you can't take Alberta out of Smyth
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comEven though it's been almost eight months since Ryan Smyth left Edmonton, his return to Alberta looms as a kind of demarcation point, an acknowledgement that the past is the past.
Story | Conversation | October 22, 2007No panic in Detroit, but there's uneasiness in Jersey
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comThe Detroit Red Wings have had trouble selling out playoff games, but Scott Burnside says there's no reason to panic in Hockeytown.
Story | Conversation | May 07, 2007'It's the greatest honor ever'
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comBrett Hull's hockey résumé doesn't come close to matching his personality, but the two go hand in hand. One of the NHL's most gifted scorers was also one of its most outspoken players.
Story | Conversation | November 04, 2009Another Suter, another 'Miracle'?
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comRyan Suter hopes to follow in his father's footsteps by helping the U.S. men's hockey team to another "Miracle" at the 2010 Olympics.
Story | Conversation | August 18, 2009Sid gives Cup one big homecoming
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comAlthough Sidney Crosby was the guest of honor, his day with the Stanley Cup sent a powerful reminder to all those who came out to share in his joy that the past will not be forgotten.
Story | Conversation | August 10, 2009Cup win completes incredible journey
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comPittsburgh's first championship since 1992 is as much a celebration of an improbable journey as it was the celebration of a game.
Story | Conversation | June 12, 2009Don't forget teams' journeys to Game 7
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comWhat shouldn't get lost heading into Game 7 of the Cup finals? The two teams' journeys to get to this point.
Story | Conversation | June 10, 2009Celebration? Not yet, say these Pens
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comAre the Penguins a team of destiny? Who knows? But they are determined to find out after earning their second straight Cup finals berth.
Story | Conversation | May 26, 2009Sid, Geno deliver 1-2 punch to Canes
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comIt's now not a question of if the Pens will advance to their second straight Cup finals, it's when. And when they do, they'll be carried by the best 1-2 punch we've seen in a generation.
Story | Conversation | May 23, 2009This spring, all systems go for Geno
Scott Burnside, ESPN.comAt this point last season, Evgeni Malkin was hitting the wall. Now, back in the Eastern Conference finals, he's just getting warmed up.
Story | Conversation | May 21, 2009EDITOR'S PICKS

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