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May 6, 2011
by Matthew Coller
Can Tampa Bay ride their power play and penalty killing prowess to the Stanley Cup Finals?
April 29, 2011
by Matthew Coller
Regardless of the NHL's efforts to decrease head shots and the serious injuries that often result from them, the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs was marred by several controversial hits, some of which were punished and some of which were not.
April 25, 2011
by Matthew Coller
Have first round playoff results fit into our current conception of needing a "hot goalie" to win in the postseason? And what's that say about the right way to build a contender?
April 19, 2011
by Matthew Coller
Is he a replacement level backup or a playoff hero? Maybe both?
April 5, 2011
by Matthew Coller
The Rangers fantastic come-from-behind victory against Bruins was marred by the season-ending injury to their heart-and-soul, Ryan Callahan.
March 18, 2011
by Matthew Coller
Ray Emery's already come a long way from what was thought to be a career-ending medical condition--the same one that ended Bo Jackson's playing days. Can he be part of a Cinderella run for Anaheim?
March 7, 2011
by Matthew Coller
It's been a tough season for the reigning Vezina Trophy winner, but Matt Coller says that Ryan Miller's ready to carry the Sabres to the playoffs.
January 7, 2011
by Matthew Coller
How much of an improvement over Dan Ellis and Mike Smith can a 41-year-old Dwayne Roloson be expected to be? And should Bolts' GM Steve Yzerman have held out to deal for a better netminder, like Tomas Vokoun or Ilya Bryzgalov, instead?
December 7, 2010
by Matthew Coller
While head coach Lindy Ruff has significantly cut Craig Rivet's playing time and even made him a frequent healthy scratch, the veteran defenseman still remains team captain. Aren't there any viable alternatives for the Buffalo Sabres?
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