McCabe making maple syrup in Toronto

Mike Wilson | Faceoff Factor News

Monday June 30, 2008

Topping news around the NHL lately has been the recent activity of GMs trying to get out of no-trade clauses that were reached with their players. The front running story for this has been the on-going struggle between the Toronto Maple Leafs and defenseman Bryan McCabe. I should warn you…use caution reading this article on an empty stomach.

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Balsillie back again?

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Monday June 23, 2008

With things still going south in Nashville, selling the team to new interested buyers is becoming more of a possibility. Not surprisingly, a familiar name might be back in spotlight among the bidders. It’s Balsillie vs. Bettman: round 3.

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Job Hunting: Behind the Bench

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Wednesday June 18, 2008

With all eyes on the free agents and draft picks, coach controversy and hirings seem to be getting pushed to the back of the NHL’s cupboards. Well…not on my watch!

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Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Mike Wilson | Pittsburgh Penguins

Thursday June 5, 2008

That is the question running through the minds of certain Penguins after dropping the Stanley Cup. But who will answer “Yes” and who will answer “No”? Inside…

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The Penguins true enemy

Mike Wilson | Pittsburgh Penguins

Tuesday June 3, 2008

We all know the Penguins have gained many enemies in these Stanley Cup finals, but who is public enemy number one and why? The answer might surprise you…

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The Ultimate guide to Stanley Cup goaltending

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Tuesday May 20, 2008

Goaltending has become one of the most important aspects in the NHL after the lockout and it certainly won’t be left unheard from during this 2008 Stanley Cup championship. See how goaltending numbers could unlock the cup…all that and more inside.

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Playoff hatred boils over

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Thursday May 15, 2008

These conference finals have brought even more hatred to the NHL table. See what has these four teams and their fans outraged as I take a look at who hates who in the National Hockey League.

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Breaking down the picks

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Friday May 9, 2008

The conference finals may have already started, but we haven’t forgotten what those experts have said. Prepare yourself for the breakdown of the breakdown-ers, analyzing the analysts and really seeing what the experts think.

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Pennsylvania and the Prince of Wales

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Tuesday April 29, 2008

The two hockey clubs from the Keystone state are doing very well for themselves in the playoffs. What do these teams need to do if they do want to meet in the fight for the Prince of Wales trophy? And what are they doing so right currently that has them in such a position?

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Anaheim Ducks vs. Dallas Stars: Game 6 preview

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Saturday April 19, 2008

Anaheim was hanging by a thread going into game five. Now that they have a few more ropes to grasp, how can they force game seven back at the pond? What can Dallas do to send this Ducks team packing?

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Anaheim Ducks vs. Dallas Stars: Game 5 preview

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Friday April 18, 2008

Dallas is a game away from eliminating the Anaheim Ducks from the playoffs. Now that Anaheim will have to shut down every Dallas line, will they finally learn how to not take a penalty or will the Stars keep drawing? And who needs to stick up for the Ducks in this “fight or flight” situation? Inside.

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Anaheim Ducks vs. Dallas Stars: Game 4 preview

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Wednesday April 16, 2008

Anaheim got back in the hunt against Dallas with a game three 4-2 win. With the Ducks’ offense finally starting to click, what do the Stars have to do to salvage their once two-game lead in the Western Conference quarterfinals?

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Anaheim Ducks vs. Dallas Stars: Game 3 preview

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Monday April 14, 2008

Dallas did it again in Anaheim. They pulled off another offensive showing and put the Ducks away in front of their home crowd. What does Anaheim have to do get back at the Stars in front of their home crowd.

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Anaheim Ducks vs. Dallas Stars: Game 2 preview

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Saturday April 12, 2008

The Anaheim Ducks took a hard first-game loss as they fell 4-0 to the Dallas Stars in front of the home crowd at the Honda Center in Anaheim last Thursday. What needs to be done to either even the series, or take a two-game advantage going to Dallas inside.

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Anaheim Ducks vs. Dallas Stars: Series Preview

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Tuesday April 8, 2008

Two Pacific Division rivals face-off to advance further into the Stanley Cup finals. Why this 4-5 matchup might need all seven games inside…

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Keep your head…and neck

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Thursday April 3, 2008

The neck injury suffered by Richard Zednik this season put the NHL players on their toes a little as they watched their steps and, more importantly, their skates. But recent similar injuries close to home even after the Zednik incident poses the question: Will hockey players ever be safe?

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The Roberts Effect

Mike Wilson | Pittsburgh Penguins

Monday March 31, 2008

By now, almost everyone has seen footage of Gary Roberts practicing once again with the Penguins. But with Roberts’ spot currently providing Ryan Whitney with a job, what will happen when Roberts comes back? Who will be getting the short end of the deal? Find out some possibilities inside.

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How do you like your icing?

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Sunday March 23, 2008

Severe injuries have been a reoccurring trend in the National Hockey League this season. One of the most frequent cases of injury comes from races for icing calls and with another season-ending injury coming this past week, what does the NHL have in store for this problem?

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Spoiler Season

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Thursday March 20, 2008

Going into the final round of divisional play, which teams in the Eastern Conference look to play spoiler for this year’s playoffs? What (or who) could possibly be standing in the way of the teams in the hunt and the teams sitting in the seventh and eighth place hot seats? Find out inside.

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Southeast Division answers criticism

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Sunday March 16, 2008

The Southeast Division opened itself up to a lot of harsh words a month ago. The division was hardly keeping up with the rest of the NHL and many felt they would fall off the radar this season. However, some teams refuse to go down just yet. Is it possible that more than one team will make the playoffs from the Southeast? Find out who the possibilities are.

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Pittsburgh and the Prince of Wales

Mike Wilson | Pittsburgh Penguins

Saturday March 8, 2008

After Pittsburgh’s loss to Florida and New Jersey’s and Montreal’s wins, the Penguins dropped down to the four spot in the Eastern Conference playoff picture. Good or bad? Find out the options inside.

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Don’t forget about Forsberg

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Wednesday March 5, 2008

Sidney Crosby’s return to the ice Tuesday night was rightfully headline news. But out west, Sid wasn’t the only superstar making a comeback. Colorado, hoping to keep their playoff hopes alive, welcomed back a familiar face as well.

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The Northeast Division’s Tale of Two Cities

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Tuesday March 4, 2008

Boston and Ottawa have gone two different directions since the arrival of the New Year. Why? Who is benefiting from this reversal of fortune?

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New faces welcomed...right?

Mike Wilson | Pittsburgh Penguins

Tuesday February 26, 2008

Yesterday’s trade deadline brought some very skilled players to Pittsburgh. The Penguins went out and got the players they were looking for and filled the spots they needed. Does the adding of these players equal the Stanley Cup in the Burgh?

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A ‘finally’ in Philly

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Tuesday February 26, 2008

Flyers fans can rejoice as their boys in the orange and black won their first game after dropping ten in a row. But is it too late for the Flyers’ playoff hopes? And who owes a playoff thank-you to Philadelphia now?

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Free pass to third place

Mike Wilson | National Hockey League

Friday February 22, 2008

Carolina sits in the third in the Eastern Conference. Boston and Philadelphia sit nine and ten. What’s wrong with that picture? The differences are only in a point. Fare?

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