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Ramblings: Leafs shouldn't get pass for miserable start
There was rejoicing in hockey's self-appointed center of the universe, as the Toronto Maple Leafs won their first home game, defeating a good Dallas S...
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NHL -- Anton Stralman's perseverance is paying off for the Tampa Bay Lightning
Few players embody perseverance like the Tampa Bay Lightning's Anton Stralman, who overcame medical issues to become a defenseman who has elevated both his team and fellow Swede Victor Hedman.
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Ramblings: All-Star Game shouldn't be for everyone
Let's be honest: There's going to be far, far too much time spent (wasted?) discussing the new All-Star Game format. We don't mind it, though how a...
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NHL -- Arizona Coyotes rookie Max Domi finding his way around
A first NHL season can be filled with slips, solitude and stitches. But with the help of his family and a close bond with a linemate, Max Domi is making serious noise for the Coyotes.
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NHL -- Turning points in the history of the Winter Classic
Since it began with a snow-globe atmosphere in Buffalo in 2008, the Winter Classic has produced plenty of game-changers, from dangerous hits to a record crowd to a last-second game winner.
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Burnside: Top trades of 2015
The new year is upon us, so it is time for a little reflection on trades good and bad that we thought might shape this season and what those trades have revealed thus far.
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NHL - Tampa Bay Lightning only a threat with Tyler Johnson at full speed
The fate of the Lightning is greatly tied to the health and production of their No. 1 center, Tyler Johnson.
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NHL - In Andrew Ladd deal, Chicago Blackhawks pull off another big deadline move
With the addition of Andrew Ladd, for the second year in a row the Blackhawks grabbed a highly coveted forward just as other teams were gearing up for the deadline rush.
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Avalanche-Red Wings alumni game could have some bite to it
When is an alumni game not an alumni game? Well, figure that even if it was almost two decades ago the old-time Colorado Avalanche and Detroit Red ...
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Burnside: It's hard to believe Phil Kessel is not on the roster
Greater depth at forward and a substandard season have squeezed out Phil Kessel, a player who had been a go-to scorer for Team USA in the past.
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NHL - System failed all involved in Dennis Wideman ruling
The decision to reduce Dennis Wideman's 20-game suspension after he had missed 19 games failed the player, the team, the league and, most of all, the injured linesman.
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NHL - 10 things no one predicted for NHL season
Everyone made predictions before the start of this NHL season, but here are 10 things that no one saw coming.
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Philadelphia Flyers rose to the occasion; Boston Bruins did not
It lacked the sheer drama of the Philadelphia Flyers' shootout victory to secure a playoff berth in Game 82 in 2010, but the emotion was the same Satu...
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NHL - Roberto Luongo, Eric Staal, Phil Kessel among the players under the...
Pressure comes with the territory during the playoffs. But these seven guys -- either because of their key role or past playoff failings -- will face extra scrutiny during the quest for the Cup.
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Auston Matthews now has a better idea of where his NHL career will start
Auston Matthews looked at the clock in his hotel room in Helsinki. Yup, 4 a.m. But the presumptive No. 1 overall pick in this June's draft didn't ...
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NHL - 2016 World Cup of Hockey - Final World Cup selections include plenty of...
The final World Cup of Hockey rosters for all eight teams are set -- and the selections include plenty of surprises and a few controversial choices.
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NHL - 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs - Pittsburgh Penguins winger Phil Kessel,...
His coach calls him "misunderstood." His teammates say he's a fun guy who brings them together. They all agree: A rejuvenated Phil Kessel has been "the man" for Pittsburgh this postseason.
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Randy Carlyle returns to Anaheim Ducks, is rehired as coach
The Anaheim Ducks rehired Randy Carlyle on Tuesday, welcoming back the only coach to lead the franchise to a Stanley Cup 4.5 years after firing him.
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'Calmer' Randy Carlyle returns to Anaheim with renewed focus
Randy Carlyle either shook hands with or hugged the first 10 people he encountered on his first day back at work at the Honda Center -- beginning with...
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NHL - Las Vegas expansion vote, Stamkos' status and draft among storylines to...
Will the Las Vegas expansion vote pass? Can the Lightning keep Steven Stamkos? Will the draft be another blockbuster? Scott Burnside tackles the top topics heading into what could be a wild week.
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