Hossa Explains His Decision

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Wednesday July 2, 2008

Against the thought of many, money was not the number one priority for Marian Hossa. The Stanley Cup was, however. But why choose Detroit over Pittsburgh?

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No Decision For Hossa Today Says Source

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Tuesday July 1, 2008

The suspense continues..

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Quick Hit Rumors With 2 Hours To Go

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Tuesday July 1, 2008

Brian Rolston will test the market, Joni Pitkanen might be traded, and some teams will target several of the best free agents, while others have no intentions of being active.

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Roberts Signs With Tampa Bay

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Monday June 30, 2008

The Tampa Bay Lightning are making a splash in a big way, adding plenty of character in veteran Gary Roberts

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The Top 15 (or so) Goaltenders Available July 1

Michael Farkas | National Hockey League

Monday June 30, 2008

A peek into the NHL’s free agency period, who’s on the market and where they might be heading.

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Thoughts, Dudes...

C.J. "Stoosh" Jiuliante | National Hockey League

Sunday June 29, 2008

What the hell’s going on in Tampa?

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Malone Signs With Lightning, Lines His Wallet

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Sunday June 29, 2008

The native Pittsburgh officially will not return to the Penguins next season.

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Tis The Season To Read Folly...

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Sunday June 29, 2008

Sadly, the rumor-filled time between the Stanley Cup Finals and the first day of free agency is nearing an end. Let’s take a look at some of the junk we’ve had to sift through.

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The Top 20 Defensemen Available July 1

Michael Farkas | National Hockey League

Sunday June 29, 2008

A peek into the NHL’s free agency period, who’s on the market and where they might be heading.

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Lightning Close To Inking Malone, Roberts

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Sunday June 29, 2008

It appears Ryan Malone and Gary Roberts are close to signing with the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes

Ashley Gallant | National Hockey League

Friday June 27, 2008

The Toronto Maple Leafs set a franchise record in 2007-08 – they missed the playoffs for a third consecutive year. Everything seemed to be going wrong and fans just wanted the team to tank the season in hopes of winning the Steven Stamkos sweepstakes.

Enter Cliff Fletcher, who is in the midst of changing this franchise.

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The Top 15 Right Wingers Available July 1

Michael Farkas | National Hockey League

Thursday June 26, 2008

A peek into the NHL’s free agency period, who’s on the market and where they might be heading.

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Salary Cap Increases By $6.4 Million

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Thursday June 26, 2008

TSN is reporting the NHL has increased its salary cap for the fourth consecutive year.

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The Top 15 Left Wingers Available July 1

Michael Farkas | National Hockey League

Thursday June 26, 2008

A peek into the NHL’s free agency period, who’s on the market and where they might be heading.

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The Top 15 Centers Available July 1

Michael Farkas | National Hockey League

Tuesday June 24, 2008

A peek into the NHL’s free agency period, who’s on the market and where they might be heading.

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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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Is Boston Talking Contract With Hossa?

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Monday June 23, 2008

Bruins general manager Peter Chiarelli is neither confirming nor denying that he has held talks with Marian Hossa’s agent.

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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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Rule Changes Approved by NHL

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Wednesday June 18, 2008

TSN.ca is reporting that the NHL has approved three rule changes. The rule changes pertain to faceoffs and icing.

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Buyout Period Could Bring Changes In NHL

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Monday June 16, 2008

Pittsburgh’s Darryl Sydor is just one of several recognizable names with the possibility of being bought out in the coming days/weeks.

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NHL Awards Full Of Question Marks

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Friday June 13, 2008

You know something is wrong with the NHL when Jassen Cullimore and his 13 points received at least one vote for the Norris Trophy.

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Therrien Will Not Affect Orpik's Decision

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Saturday June 7, 2008

It has long been speculated that Brooks Orpik and Michel Therrien did not get along. This caused many fans and media members to believe that Orpik would not be returning to Pittsburgh next year. Combine that with Orpik’s play during the Penguins’ late season surge (especially his four-hit-in-fifteen-seconds shift in the finals) and Orpik looked as good as gone. His stock rose drastically because of his play late in the season and in the playoffs. However, Orpik gives hope to fans of the Pittsburgh Penguins that he may yet return.

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Open Letter to Stephen Walkom

Mike Adams | National Hockey League

Thursday June 5, 2008

Dear Mr. Walkom,

Almost three years ago, as the lockout came to an end, the “New NHL” was born. You announced, to much fanfare, that officials were being instructed to enforce the rulebook as written.

Gone were the obstruction tactics of teams like the New Jersey Devils. Hooking and obstruction away from the play were regularly called. Open ice was the rule. The skaters were allowed to skate, the passers to pass, the shooters to shoot.

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A Game Detroit Didn't Want To Play

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Wednesday June 4, 2008

Just over a week ago, the Detroit Red Wings were flying high with a two-game shutout streak and a 2-0 series lead in the Stanley Cup Finals. Now they’re playing a game they never expected to be a part of.

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Red Wing Roundup - June 4th

Ashley Gallant | National Hockey League

Wednesday June 4, 2008

Red Wing news: Babcock upset over calls; No reason to panic; Detroit columnist doesn’t like OT penalties.

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Penguin Roundup - June 4

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Wednesday June 4, 2008

News and notes from the Pittsburgh Penguins on gameday. Malone and Gonchar are both probable. Sykora did not really mean to call his shot. Alex Goligoski is returned to WBS Penguins. Mellon Arena news.

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Conn Smythe Contenders Post Game 5

Adam Jennings | National Hockey League

Tuesday June 3, 2008

Game 5- Wow, just wow.
Petr Sykora sends the series back to Pittsburgh and the top of the list into chaos.

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Red Wing Roundup - June 3rd

Ashley Gallant | National Hockey League

Tuesday June 3, 2008

Red Wings news: Wings not too old, says Babcock; Osgood pulls disappearing act; Stanley Cup vs. Olympic gold.

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Penguins Win 4-3 (3OT), Trail Series 3-2

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Tuesday June 3, 2008

In a gutsy performance that saw two Penguins players injured in less than a minute, the young team from Pittsburgh prevailed, scoring a goal in triple overtime to send the series to Game Six in Pittsburgh!

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Conn Smythe Contenders Post Game 4

Adam Jennings | National Hockey League

Monday June 2, 2008

Game 4- Detroit’s PK keeps Pens at bay
A third period 5 on 3 penalty kill sealed a win and likely, Chris Osgood’s Conn Smythe chances.

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Penguin Roundup - June 2

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Monday June 2, 2008

News and notes from the Pittsburgh Penguins on the day of Game 5. Michel Therrien discusses his players ice time. Hossa is a leader on and off the ice. Goligoski gets his call to the big stage.

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Red Wing Roundup - June 2nd

Ashley Gallant | National Hockey League

Monday June 2, 2008

Red Wing news: The media weighs in on potential Conn Smythe candidates; Holmstrom will play; Short shifts are good.

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Stanley Cup Finals Game 5 Preview: Penguins At Red Wings

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Monday June 2, 2008

Down three games to one, the Penguins will look to stay alive with a win on the road. Series leaders, playoff statistics, injuries and more inside.

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Penguins Roundup - June 1

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Sunday June 1, 2008

News and notes from a frustrated Pittsburgh Penguins club. Center Jordan Staal was injured in Game 4, but will he play in Game 5? Malkin inconsolable after loss. Talbot sticks up for Malkin, but shows his frustration.

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Red Wing Roundup - June 1st

Ashley Gallant | National Hockey League

Sunday June 1, 2008

Red Wing news: Holmstrom may return for game 5; Wings fan tossed from Mellon Arena.

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Penguin Roundup - May 31st

Justin Maffei | National Hockey League

Saturday May 31, 2008

News and notes from the Pittsburgh Penguins on the morning of Game 4. Letang loses his best friend. Sydor to remain on blueline. Roberts faces reality. Penguins question Holmstrom’s ability to stay on his feet.

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Stanley Cup Finals Game 4 Preview: Penguins Hots Red Wings

Matt Bodenschatz | National Hockey League

Saturday May 31, 2008

Possibly without power forward Tomas Holmstrom, the Detroit Red Wings will, once again, take the ice against the home-town Pittsburgh Penguins for Game 4. Playoff and series stats, team series leaders, injuries and more inside!

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Red Wing Roundup - May 31st

Ashley Gallant | National Hockey League

Saturday May 31, 2008

Red Wing news: The team goes to adventure camp; Holmstrom scoffs at diving accusations; McCarty may play in Game 4.

Holmstrom Update: Holmstrom will take the pre-game skate and will be a game-time decision

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Conn Smyth Contender Post Game 3

Adam Jennings | National Hockey League

Friday May 30, 2008

Game 3- Pittsburgh takes advantage of home ice
Sidney Crosby rose to the occasion with two goals and rises up the ranks.

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Barry Melrose To Return To Coaching

Jesse Marshall | National Hockey League

Friday May 30, 2008

Barry Melrose is leaving the booth and heading back to the bench to coach the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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