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Playing Fact or Fiction with the Biggest Rumors, Speculation Around the NHL

Almost exactly a full decade after he announced his retirement from playing, Patrick Roy is popping up in multiple contexts and multiple NHL cities. The franchises in both of those cities are subject to hot-button buzz with regards to their coaches and crease custodians. Show More Summary

Ranking the 5 Greatest Centers in Philadelphia Flyers History

The Philadelphia Flyers had some highly-talented centers on its roster throughout the team's history. Currently, the team's captain and center, Claude Giroux, is on pace to be an all-time Flyers great, but has much to prove in order to be in the company of his fellow alumni. Show More Summary

Los Angeles Kings vs. San Jose Sharks Game 4: Live Score, Updates and Analysis

San Jose can create a series stalemate with a win over the defending Stanley Cup champions tonight in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals. The Sharks prevailed in overtime on Saturday, trimming the Kings' advantage to 2-1, and host Los Angeles at 10 p.m. Show More Summary

Chicago Blackhawks: 5 Things the Hawks Must Improve on to Beat Detroit

For the first time in the 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, and perhaps all season, the Chicago Blackhawks are facing a heavy dose of adversity. After coming up short in a 3-1 defeat to the Detroit Red Wings at Joe Louis Arena, the Hawks trail in the series 2-1 and are showing signs of frustration. Show More Summary

What a Stanley Cup Title Would Mean for Each Remaining NHL Playoff Team

All eight teams playing for the Stanley Cup can take a good strong whiff and smell the championship. That's right, there's a wondrous odor that goes along with the Stanley Cup. That full bouquet is within reach, and while any team that...Show More Summary

NHL Playoffs 2013: Preview and Predictions for Tuesday's Matchups

The Stanley Cup playoffs showcase the best of NHL hockey. Granted, the best teams typically play the best hockey, but the competitiveness of the playoffs gives a whole new level of excitement to the sport. Overtime action and late comebacks...Show More Summary

Boston Bruins vs. New York Rangers Game 3: Live Score, Updates & Analysis

The New York Rangers host the Boston Bruins in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series on Tuesday night. Game time is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. This is a must-win game for the Rangers, as they are down 2-0 to the Bruins in the best-of-seven-series. Show More Summary

Why Evgeni Malkin Is the Engine Driving the Pittsburgh Penguins' Playoff Run

The first player you think of when it comes to the Pittsburgh Penguins is Sidney Crosby. It makes sense. A healthy Sid the Kid is the face of the NHL. He may be hated in Philadelphia and New York City, but he is a truly magical player who is gifted in many ways. Show More Summary

Alexei Emelin injury: Canadiens defenseman undergoes reconstructive surgery

The status of Alexei Emelin was updated after successfully undergoing reconstructive knee surgery on Tuesday. Montreal Canadiens defenseman Alexei Emelin successfully underwent reconstructive knee surgery, the team announced Tuesday afternoon. Emelin sustained a season ending injury in a game against the Boston Bruins at the start of April. Show More Summary

How the Detroit Red Wings Are Leading the Series?

Coming into their second-round series against the Chicago Blackhawks, it appeared that the Detroit Red Wings had little chance of winning. All of the stats favored the Blackhawks, who had already beaten Detroit in all four games during the regular season. Show More Summary

Stanley Cup playoffs 2013: Bruins, Rangers resume in NYC; Sharks look to even series

The 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs resume Tuesday night with two games. The New York Rangers will host the Boston Bruins in Game 3, while the San Jose Sharks look to draw even with the Los Angeles Kings. Chicago Blackhawks head coach Joel...Show More Summary

New York Rangers' Tortorella Has Overstayed His Welcome

The time, ladies and gentlemen, is fast approaching. If the New York Rangers' organization expects to realize the full potential of a host of young and talented players and capitalize on an all-world, in-his-prime goalie in Henrik Lundqvist, John Tortorella, their feisty, brusque, irreverent and stubborn coach, simply must go. Show More Summary

Is Patrick Roy Set To Come Back To Colorado?

Patrick Roy was one of the great goalies in the modern era of the NHL, and he led the Colorado Avalanche to the Stanley Cup in 1996 & 2001. Now, with the franchise he once led on some hard times, the rumors are rife that Roy is set to return to Denver as the head [...]

Chicago’s Goaltending Problem Resurfaces

The Chicago Blackhawks officially have reason to get nervous, and it’s not just because they lost last night in Detroit, as the Red Wings got a 3-1 victory and took a 2-1 series lead in their Western Conference semi-final. It’s also about the way Chicago is losing—Corey Crawford is springing leaks in goal, and a [...]

Chicago Blackhawks: Urgency Obvious After Game 3 Loss to Detroit Red Wings

For the Chicago Blackhawks, it isn't time to panic. It may be time to sweat, but there's no need to panic. Following a 3-1 loss to the Detroit Red Wings in Game 3 of Chicago's Western Conference semifinal series, the 'Hawks find themselves in an unfamiliar spot. Show More Summary

NHL Draft 2013: Highlighting Best Pro Prospects in This Year's Class

There is a scintillating mix of talent at the top of the 2013 NHL draft, which bodes well for the Colorado Avalanche. Coming off of a 16-25-6 year, the Avalanche have the first selection, and they need it. While the Florida PanthersShow More Summary

New York Rangers' Henrik Lundqvist will play Game 3 against Boston Bruins – NHL Playoffs

New York Rangers' Henrik Lundqvist will play Game 3 against Boston Bruins – NHL Playoffs All eyes were on New York as reports emerged after Game 2 that Rangers veteran goalie, Henrik Lundqvist, was not in a position to appear in their...Show More Summary

Boston Bruins not getting too confident with 2-0 lead against New York Rangers – NHL Playoffs

Boston Bruins not getting too confident with 2-0 lead against New York Rangers – NHL Playoffs Boston Bruins are not focusing on the fact that they are 2-0 above a team like the New York Rangers in the 2013 National Hockey League (NHL)...Show More Summary

Detroit Red Wings get second straight against Chicago Blackhawks 3-1 – NHL Playoffs

Detroit Red Wings get second straight against Chicago Blackhawks 3-1 – NHL Playoffs After upsetting a home game for Chicago in the second matchup, Detroit continued with the momentum and downed the Blackhawks back-to-back, this timeShow More Summary

NHL Playoffs 2013: The Most Important Matchup in Each 2nd-Round Series

The most prominent series in the NHL playoffs are often decided by the most subliminal of factors. On the colossal stage of the conference semifinals, eight teams are currently battling it out for just four spots in the next round. The...Show More Summary

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