Gaining Momentum
Flames put three-game win streak on line against Senators
On the strength of three straight wins, the new-look Calgary Flames are gelling just in time for their playoff push. On Thursday the Flames host the Ottawa Senators, who are looking for their first win in Calgary since 2003. Full Story.(Photo: Andy King/NHLI via Getty Images)
Talking Loud And Clear
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Bill Guerin says the NHL must outlaw hits to the head. That includes the kind of hit levelled by Guerin's teammate, Matt Cooke, against the Boston Bruins' Marc Savard. Full Story.
Unsung Heroes
One of the many challenges presented when trying to evaluate hockey players is attempting to measure the impact of the "intangible" elements on the game. Scott Cullen looks at the best and worst in this regard for each NHL team to this point in the season. Full Story.
Bob McKenzie
Blog: A few years ago I would have been in favour of a blanket head checking policy in the NHL. After looking closer at the NHL with regards to head checking I really believe it is different than every other league in the world. More...
Ray Ferraro
Razor's Edge: With no huge deals on deadline day lasyt week, fans were disappointed and many general managers blamed the salary cap for their inability to pull off a trade of substance. I don't agree with blaming the cap - here's why. More...
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NHL Power Rankings
[1] Washington: Eric Belanger may be an underrated addition.
[2] San Jose: Playing third periods only since the break.
[3] Chicago: Still feeling okay about that goaltending?
Complete Rankings (updated March 8)
NHL Player Rankings
[1] Alexander Ovechkin, LW, Washington (111.82)
[2] Mike Green, D, Washington (101.56)
[3] Ryan Miller, G, Buffalo (95.37)
Complete Rankings (updated March 9)
Calendar
- Apr. 11:
Last day of regular season
- Apr. 14:
Start date of Stanley Cup Playoffs
- May 7 - 23:
IIHF World Championship in Germany
- June 25 - 26:
NHL Entry Draft in Los Angeles
