How the playoffs could determine the Anaheim Ducks' plans on defense - NHL
The Anaheim Ducks have a lot of big decisions to make during the offseason, including what to do with restricted free-agent defensemen Hampus Lindholm and Sami Vatanen.
View ArticleWhy the San Jose Sharks will win the Western Conference - NHL
A closer look at the Sharks reveals that they should be considered the favorite to represent the Western Conference in the Stanley Cup finals, according to Matthew Coller of Hockey Prospectus.
View ArticleNumbers to know for every NHL semifinal playoff matchup - NHL
Matthew Coller of Hockey Prospectus identifies the most important numbers to know for every NHL semifinal playoff matchup and makes a pick on each series.
View ArticleExamining Alexander Radulov's fit with seven potential suitors - NHL
Alexander Radulov could bring a substantial offensive boost to any NHL team that signs him. Matthew Coller examines seven suitors to see where the Russian winger is the best fit.
View ArticleBruce Boudreau's uphill battle with the Wild - NHL
Is Bruce Boudreau an elite coach, or just someone who's inherited great talent? We're about to find out, as the Wild do not possess the kind of firepower he had with the Ducks or Capitals.
View ArticleExploring Logan Couture's breakout postseason and how the Blues can stop him...
Sharks forward Logan Couture leads all playoff scorers. What are the keys to his breakout? And what can the Blues do to continue to slow him down in the Western Conference finals?
View ArticlePittsburgh Penguins, Tampa Bay Lightning have goaltending decisions to make...
The young netminders for the Penguins and Lightning have been great this postseason. Should those clubs move on from veterans Marc-Andre Fleury and Ben Bishop this offseason?
View ArticleHBK line must come through for Pittsburgh Penguins to advance to Stanley Cup...
To save Pittsburgh's Stanley Cup dreams, Carl Hagelin, Nick Bonino and Phil Kessel must lead the Penguins again. Or should Mike Sullivan split them up? Matthew Coller examines.
View ArticleThe key statistics that will sway the Stanley Cup finals - NHL
The Sharks vs. Penguins matchup in the Stanley Cup finals is the closest in recent memory -- at first glance. Looking deeper, there are key stats that will help determine the winner.
View ArticleThe trade market for Colorado Avalanche defenseman Tyson Barrie - NHL
The Avalanche are reportedly shopping defenseman Tyson Barrie. Which of the 29 teams that should be interested are the best fit?
View ArticleHow Eastern Conference contenders will act in free agency to compete with the...
The Penguins' team speed and depth were key factors in their Stanley Cup win. Which free agents will their rivals in the Eastern Conference target in order to counteract those factors?
View ArticleThe top need for every Western Conference team heading into NHL draft weekend
The NHL draft will bring new prospects to each team, and the weekend promises to be full of trades as well. What are the top needs to fill for Western Conference teams?
View ArticleThe top need for every Eastern Conference team heading into NHL draft weekend
The NHL draft will bring new prospects to each team, and the weekend promises to be full of trades as well. What are the top needs to fill for Eastern Conference teams?
View ArticleGuide to free agency for every Western Conference team - NHL
Now that the NHL draft weekend is over, what's remaining on every Western Conference team's shopping list? Matthew Coller of Hockey Prospectus identifies needs and targets for all 14 teams.
View ArticleGuide to free agency for every Eastern Conference team - NHL
Now that the NHL draft is over, what remains on every Eastern Conference team's shopping list? We identify the biggest needs and top targets for all 16 teams out East.
View ArticleHow the Florida Panthers' moves in the 2016 free-agent market make them a...
The Panthers underwent some major changes this summer, both in the front office and in their on-ice personnel. The moves should pay off quickly, Matthew Coller of Hockey Prospectus writes.
View ArticleWhy the St. Louis Blues are top Stanley Cup contenders again in 2016-17 - NHL
Despite losing David Backes, Brian Elliott and Troy Brouwer, the Blues will be top Cup contenders again this season. Matthew Coller of Hockey Prospectus explains why.
View ArticleSeven players who could still be traded before the 2016-17 season - NHL
With the draft and most of free agency over, the big remaining roster shakeups will occur via trade. Matthew Coller of Hockey Prospectus identifies seven key players who could be moved.
View ArticlePossible trade destinations for 10 NHL restricted free agents - NHL
Sixty-three NHL restricted free agents remain, including a number of stars. With a negligible salary-cap increase hamstringing teams, here are 10 quality players who could be moved.
View ArticleGuide to free agency for every Western Conference team - NHL
Now that the NHL draft weekend is over, what's remaining on every Western Conference team's shopping list? Matthew Coller of Hockey Prospectus identifies needs and targets for all 14 teams.
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