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Friday Morning NHL Papers (Western Conference): Dany Heatley night in Edmonton, Miikka Kiprusoff should play for Finland and just how good are the Blackhawks?
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This morning in the Western Conference, the Predators' new third jerseys, fixing the Red Wings' scoring problems, a feature on Wild assistant coach Dave Barr, the quietly terrific season of Brad Richards and much more after the jump.
Friday Morning NHL Papers (Eastern Conference): John Tortorella returns to Tampa Bay, Leafs getting calls on Niklas Hagman and the story of Rod Langway’s relationship with his daughter
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This morning in the Eastern Conference, Andy Greene's improvement, Jason Spezza's all-around game, Brian Burke's one-year anniversary as Leafs GM, no panic in Buffalo and much more after the jump.
Afternoon Analysis: Rumours
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Despite the misleading title, this is not my much anticipated review of Fleetwood Mac’s greatest album. Instead, I will discuss the rumour that the Hawks and Oilers are talking and that the Oilers may consider moving Ales Hemsky.
First, that the Hawks are talking is no surprise...
Nightly Hockey Hits: Naslund and Forsberg show true colors, Waivers 101 – A guide to the NHL Waiver Rules, 5 best & 5 worst NHL decisions in the last decade, What all 30 NHL teams are thankful for!
9 days ago by
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When will the Wings catch a break; Oilers make a change; Winning in Toronto this season means nothing; Officiating causes consternation in Ottawa; Is Blue the new Black? These stories and more after the jump.
The IllegalCurve.com Radio Show has been archived
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Last night's IC radio show is now available.
On the Beat: Marian Hossa’s big debut, Stars honor Brett Hull, Habs Markov skates, if Oilers don’t make playoffs is it time for new management?
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Ducks by the numbers; Avs lucky to get 1 point; Draper is generous; a look at Preds streak; Niclas Bergfors still in Lemaire's doghouse; Penguins fans with a stroll down memory lane; Thursday Leafs mailbag. These stories and more after the jump.
Thursday Morning NHL Papers (Western Conference): Blackhawks embarass Sharks, Ken Hitchcock frustrated at his team’s inconsistency and Pierre-Marc Bourchard looked forward to talking to Patrice Bergeron
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This morning in the Western Conference, all Wings scorers seem to be in slump, Joe Sacco mad at Avalanche's poor starts, Ales Hemsky hurt, Jean-Sebastien Giguere wins again and much more after the jump.
Thursday Morning NHL Papers (Eastern Conference): More reaction to the story about Brian Burke’s son, Tim Thomas close to returning to Bruins lineup and where has Jason Spezza been?
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This morning in the Eastern Conference, Rangers defensemen play a ton of minutes, Brian Elliot plays well in first game since Pascal Leclaire injured, Milan Lucic catches skate in rut, Brian Burke reacts to Kessel trade and much more after the jump.
The IllegalCurve.com Radio Show is on the air!
9 days ago by
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North America’s most informative hockey talk show is live on the air!
Tonight’s guest is:
Jason Botchford of the Vancouver Province at 8:40 pm
To listen live, click here or if you are in Winnipeg, tune your radio to 92.9 KICK FM.
To reach us in studio email drew@illegalcurve...
Nightly Hockey Hits: Crosby-Ovechkin= Canada Gold, Lightning still on shaky ground, more hockey jersey fouls, Finland should tell Kiprusoff “Kiitos, mutta ei kiitos”.
10 days ago by
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Thrashers have a consistency problem; Devils hat trick contest; Bruins asking Tuu much from Rask; Bourque remains day to day; Canucks at square one; Forgotten US Olympic miracle; Fantasy hockey tweet-off. These stories and video of the Leafs playin $100,000 Pyramid after the jump.
Afternoon Analysis: Trade Rumours
10 days ago by
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Yesterday, I wrote about the need for NHL General Managers to get back to their phones and get some buzz going with respect to trades. Today, I perused not only our collection of links but also those found on Spector’s site and found…not much in the way of impending trade...
Pucking the Trends: Hossa’s return, Preds roll and Caps collapse
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Did you know the Preds are 11-0 when scoring a power-play goal? That five of Washington's losses have come after leading in the third period? In my weekly Covers.com article I look at news from around the NHL and how it affects bettors.
On the Beat: Eric Staal expected to play tonight, Todd Bertuzzi feeling the pressure, Oilers O’Sullivan shrugs off negativity, Andrei Kostitsyn is doubtful, Dan Boyle to play tonight.
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Ducks coach puts geopolitics aside; Bruins start Tuukka Rask for 5th straight time; Kings without Stoll & Scuderi; Dan Hamhus on the Preds streak; Leafs Christian Hanson heads to front of the net. These stories and more after the jump.
Analyzing the Leafs’ options for improvement moving forward
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Some people love the fact that the Leafs are struggling, Leafs fans obviously hate it but what is next for the Toronto franchise? How will Brian Burke get this team out of its current hole? What options does he have and what players might he target? I take a look at all those things after the jump.
Wednesday Morning NHL Papers (Western Conference): Marian Hossa will play with Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane tonight, Niklas Kronwall does not hold a grudge and Chuck Fletcher is not afraid to be active
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This morning in the Western Conference, Matthew Lombardi returns to the Saddledome, the Canucks cannot seem to make it to overtime, Teddy Purcell gets a good chance in Los Angeles, the dominance of San Jose's top line and much more after the jump.
Wednesday Morning NHL Papers (Eastern Conference): Toronto leads the NHL in shots per game, Len Barrie’s Victoria development being looked into and the legacy of Abe Pollin
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This morning in the Eastern Conference, Chris Drury feeling better, Chuck Kobasew to face old team, pressure is on Brian Elliot, people aren't buying Leafs jerseys, the Capitals defensive changes and much more after the jump.
Nightly Hockey Hits: Team Canada should rely on dynamic duos, Brian Burke shows he is an excellent father, is this the year tragedy hits the NHL, Syracuse to host 1st AHL game played outdoors
11 days ago by
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Rangers Gaborik MVP thru first quarter; where are Sens fans; Leafs make call-ups; Devils all decade team; Erhoff has really shined with Canucks; Oilers "fat & happy"; Alex Ovechkin's excuses for not lighting up the Leafs; a look at NHL overtime. These stories and...
Afternoon Analysis: Trade Winds
11 days ago by
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A look at why there has been a lack of trading in the New NHL.
On the Beat: Iginla rides pine during shootout, Adrian Dater returns to Twitter, Oilers whipping boys come up big, Chris Drury to return Wednesday.
11 days ago by
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Anaheim by the numbers; Chicago's success has some worried; Darren McCarty studio analyst; another Hab with a 'lower-body injury'; Predators streaking; Flyers injuries; Pens power play; Leafs new lines. These stories and more after the jump.
Cold Hard Rants: Due Diligence Done Dirt Cheap
11 days ago by
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Is your favourite NHL team run by an incompetent buffoon who is better suited to act as a "shooter tutor" than the owner of an NHL franchise? If so, click below to read more and see where he falls in the Cold Hard Rants rankings of current and former lamentable (and criminal...
Tuesday Morning NHL Papers (Western Conference): Miikka Kiprusoff will go to the Olympics but there is a catch, Brent Burns has more concussion woes and Jarome Iginla sets a good example for youngsters
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This morning in the Western Conference, Marian Hossa gearing up for return, Ian Laperriere returns to Colorado, Pavol Demitra hopes to return in a month, Stars need more offense and much more after the jump.
Tuesday Morning NHL Papers (Eastern Conference): Reaction to the Habs/Wild trade, Leafs direct 100 shots towards the Islanders’ net and David Booth can hardly watch television
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This morning in the Eastern Conference, Chris Drury cleared to return, Marc Savard's first game back last night, the Sabres cannot score, Mike Fisher cannot stop scoring, the good and bad in Atlanta and much more after the jump.
Afternoon Analysis: Francophone Shuffle
11 days ago by
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TSN reported earlier today that the Minnesota Wild and the Montreal Canadiens had swapped young forwards. Going to Montreal is Benoit Pouliot, a former 4th overall draft pick who has obvious talent but has been an enigma so far in Minnesota.
Headed to the Twin Cities is Guillaume Latendresse...
Nightly Hockey Hits: Gretzky was almost a Whaler, Paul Kelly heads to College, Habs/Wild make a trade, K.H.L. clubs balk at joining revived Champions League, Would the Ducks actually trade Bobby Ryan?
12 days ago by
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Blues penalty kill getting it done; Canucks' varied jerseys; Marc Savard returns for B's; Importance of rest for goalies; Value of a shootout specialist; Making a difference through hockey. These stories and video of a possible goal of the year after the jump.
Should Eric Lindros be a Hall of Famer?
12 days ago by
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Eric Lindros had one of the most talked about careers in NHL history. Should arguably the most hyped prospect since Mario Lemieux join number 66 in the Hockey Hall of Fame? Let's take a look.
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