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April 12, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
Are hot goaltenders the key in the postseason, point total projections and Stanley Cup probabilities, more on Brian Boucher's lack of success in Philly, Ethan Moreau's career should be coming to an end and addressing the myth that Jarome Iginla needs better linemates.
April 8, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
A look at actual verse expected shooting percentage based on time since the last shot, what Calgary needs to do to be a competitive team again, the NHL's 30 top defensive defensemen, Travis Zajac should be considered a Selke contender, and a transcript of Avalanche coach Joe Sacco's conference call.
April 7, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
A look at the most productive playof performers, could Patric Hornqvist become the Predators first 50-goal scorer, the Avalanche are tumbling down, should we be grilling Tom Poti's penalty killing, a look at every potential first round series matchup, a range of possibilities for the Western Conference seeding, and several NHL stars are getting stiffed in official NHL scoring totals.
April 6, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
Are successful playoff teams usually better in the first half or second half of the season, do hot teams continue to excel in the postseason, a look back at the Ilya Kovalchuk trade two months later, the Tomas Kaberle era in Toronto could come to an end and Price is as good of a goaltender as Halak when luck is accounted for.
March 30, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
The top faceoff teams since the 1997-98 season, the state of statistical analysis in hockey, Mike Phillips of Syndex Sports develops PUCKS, how wealthy teams can use good cap hits as assets, and Brian Rafalski is not pleased with how Tennessee's privilege tax is impacting NHL players.
March 26, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
A look at the 2009-10 hit leaders, the NHL is no country for old men, a look back at the most memorable 50 goal seasons, an Eastern Conference stock report and analysis of the attendance figures for the 2009-10 Phoenix Coyotes.
March 25, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
Henrik Sedin and true shooting talent, no clear favorite in the Western Conference, breaking down the playoff picture in each conference, the best defensive defenseman of the year and the Penguins and Capitals are looking like the favorites for the 2011 Winter Classic.
March 23, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
Andrei Markov's value to the Montreal Canadiens, a proposal to alter the NHL regular season schedule, the argument for the use of one statistic, Jean-Sebasien Giguere is unlikely to sustain his short-handed save percentage and centers have more defensive responsibility than wingers.
March 17, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
A closer look at empty-net goals and one-goal games, the Thrashers are closer to a top three draft pick than they are to the playoffs, Alexander Ovechkin is the 2009-10 MVP so far, a study on spinal cord injuries that could have NHL implications, and who should be selected with the first overall pick based on Gabriel Desjardins' NHL equivalencies as well as who will be better than Jordan Eberle at right wing for the Oilers next season.
March 16, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
Colorado's success could be illusory, handicapping the rest of the season for each team, a review of Ovechkin's hit on Brian Campbell, whether the suspension was warranted and a look at Ovie's ups and downs.
March 8, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
Are expensive goaltenders worth the money, a look at the playoff races by conference, how the Oilers and Ducks differ in spending philosophy, getting serious about headshots and a review of last week's Edmonton deals.
March 4, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
The Oilers don't get enough value in return, analysis of the deadline deals, Woski to Phoenix is not a good deal if you are an Avalanche fan, the Washington Capitals are the big winners despite doing very little, a report card of how each team fared at the deadline and the Coyotes make a series of moves.
March 1, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
Crosby's goal was a golden moment for Canada, yesterday's gold medal match was a game for the ages, Sid The Kid is now Canada's favorite son, the NHL owes it to fans to stay in the Olympics for the 2014 games in Sochi, and what we learned in Vancouver.
February 25, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
The current odds for the remaining Olympic squads winning the gold, a summary of the past two rounds, an interesting post-game interview of Alex Ovechkin after Russa's loss to Canada, Zach Parise and Ryan Miller carry Team USA against Switzerland, live commentary on the USA-Canada women's gold medal game, a quick NHL refresher course as the Olympic break comes to an end soon and a study that demonstrates that the relationship between outshooting and outscoring at even strength grows as the season progresses.
February 3, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
Why Lou Lamoriello wins without making a trade, is Olli Jokinen enough to help the Rangers out on offense, analysis of the Maple Leafs salary cap situation and why Burke and Sutter both did well in the Dion Phaneuf deal.
January 26, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
Will Henrik Sedin continue on his current production pace or regress to his career norms, why trading Carey Price is not likely to be worth it, more on the retirement of Curtis Joseph, could Tim Thomas really be on his way to Toronto and Points are becoming critical for the Thrashers postseason hopes.
January 20, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
When do NHL teams play for the tie, seven reasons to watch the CHL/NHL Top Prospects game, Kevin Klein receives a three year contract extension, a review of last night's Blackhawks-Senators game and the curious case of Peter Mueller.
January 19, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
A look at the NHL leaders in hits against, which teams are overachieving and which teams are underachieving, using NHL equivalencies to both rank the 2010 NHL Entry draft top prospects and to review the outcome of the 2008 NHL Entry Draft and an overview of the top goaltending and defensive prospects in the Washington Capitals system.
January 18, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
A look at the top power-play units since 1963, adjusting save percentage for the penalty kill, a view into two types of hockey thinkers, more Ilya Kovalchuk trade proposals and an interview with Mark Messier on the issue of concussions in hockey.
January 12, 2010
by Andrew Rothstein
What is the best role for Christian Ehrhoff, addressing the concept of clutch goals, where will Ilya Kovalchuk be playing after this year's trade deadline, have the Oilers waited too long to deal Sheldon Souray and can the Sabres win the Stanley Cup with a subpar power play unit.
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