April 25, 2012
Will the NHL’s Dead Puck Era Return?
The second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs brings some new teams to the table, but many of them may seem familiar due to their tight defensive systems. Is defensive hockey back for good in the NHL? SC’s Mike Chen takes a look. Complete Story
April 16, 2012
Flailing Penguins and Fickle Canucks
The NHL playoffs have not lacked for excitement in the conference quarterfinals. Upsets, overtime, double overtime, fights, suspensions, and even a crazed piece of falling glass, says SC’s Andrew Jones. Complete Story
April 10, 2012
Canada’s Cup?
After realizing that no Canadian team has won the Stanley Cup since 1993, SC’s Bill Hazell looks into how this could be and sizes up their best hope for one in 2012. Could it be the Vancouver Canucks? Complete Story
March 22, 2012
Injuries Muddy Stanley Cup Playoff Picture
From Sidney Crosby to Nicklas Lidstrom, injuries have had a major impact on the post-All-Star Break NHL season. With the playoffs just around the corner, how will it affect the stretch drive and the road beyond? SC’s Mike Chen takes a look. Complete Story
February 11, 2012
Nabokov Back From the Dead as Trade Bait
A year ago, hockey pundits laughed at the follies of Evgeni Nabokov and the Islanders. Today, Nabokov is putting up a solid run, and GM Garth Snow is ready to buy low, sell high, says SC’s Mike Chen. Complete Story
January 10, 2012
Can Caps Find Their Way Under Hunter?
For the first few weeks under Dale Hunter, the Capitals looked like the same listless squad that sputtered in November. Now a month later, the Capitals are winning games and, more importantly, Alex Ovechkin looks more like himself. Complete Story
December 8, 2011
Fighting, Head Hits, and New Responsibilities
Recent Boston University findings on the passing of NHL enforcer Derek Boogaard revealed shocking facts about the condition of his brain. But who is responsible for this, the players, the game itself, or something in between? SC’s Mike Chen takes a look. Complete Story
November 7, 2011
Breaking Down NHL Attendance Woes
Several NHL teams are facing early-season attendance problems, leading some critics to start the usual “hockey market” debate. SC’s Mike Chen argues that attendance problems aren’t as simple as some may paint them to be. Complete Story
October 12, 2011
Top Five NHL Storylines of 2011-12
The NHL offseason saw its share of tragedy and controversy, but the time has come to drop the puck on the 2011-12 season. SC’s Mike Chen takes a look at five hot topics as teams get underway. Complete Story
October 8, 2011
Grudge Match: Bruins Ready For Lightning
After dropping their season-opener on Thursday to the Flyers, the Cup champion Bruins host the Lightning Saturday night. The Bruins haven’t started the season with back-to-back losses in six years. Complete Story
More NHL Commentary
| 08.23.11 | Crosby’s Return Tempered By Marc Savard’s Situation | By Mike Chen |
| 07.28.11 | Mason is Key to Blue Jackets’ Fortunes | By Mike Chen |
| 06.27.11 | Fast Moves Shake Up NHL’s Western Conference | By Mike Chen |
| 06.13.11 | The Goalie Showdown | By Andrew Jones |
| 05.30.11 | Stanley Cup Preview: Canucks vs. Bruins | By Mike Chen |
| 05.21.11 | Could Derek Boogaard’s Death Been Prevented? | By Clinton Riddle |
| 05.13.11 | 2011 NHL Conference Finals Preview | By Andrew Jones |
| 05.09.11 | Caps’ Stunning Loss is More Than Ovechkin, Boudreau | By Mike Chen |
| 04.28.11 | 2011 NHL Conference Semifinals Preview | By Andrew Jones |
| 04.18.11 | Ovechkin Showing New Side to His Game | By Mike Chen |
| 04.12.11 | 2011 NHL Playoffs Preview | By Andrew Jones |
| 03.22.11 | Will NHL’s Concussion Plan Work? | By Mike Chen |
| 03.01.11 | The Wisdom of the NHL Draft | By Andrew Jones |
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