Hits to the head: Finally, a good decision
10Mar2010Fatigue was setting in. Debate over hits to the head dragged on for so long that Detroit Red Wings coach Mike Babcock, speaking for plenty of people around the NHL, pleaded for a solution. Any solution. "It's just time for a decision,&quo... more ...
NHL Power Poll: It's out of the GMs' hands now
8Mar2010One former executive says this time of year is the hardest for a GM. You've done everything you can to field a competitive team, and now you're helpless. There are no players to sign, and the last trade has been made. Teams will make or miss the play... more ...
5-goal second period lifts Red Wings over Chicago
7Mar2010Associated Press CHICAGO — Pavel Datsyuk capped a five-goal second period and the Detroit Red Wings rallied to beat Chicago 5-4 on Sunday, spoiling a hat track by the Blackhawks's Andrew Ladd. Brian Rafalski, Nicklas Lidstrom,... more ...
- Mentions: Chicago Blackhawks, Detroit Red Wings
Coyotes hit home run in trade deadline dealings
3Mar2010Phoenix Coyotes GM Don Maloney woke up at 5:30 a.m. Wednesday and expected to get shut out on trade deadline day. He had needs -- that's for sure. Despite sitting in fifth-place in the Western Conference, his team had one of the league's worst power... more ...
Caps, Pens face off on deadline day as well
3Mar2010The Coyotes won the West on trade deadline day, without a doubt. But two Stanley Cup contenders were neck-and-neck for most-improved in the East. The rival Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals both did well in the post-Olympic trade mar... more ...
Salary Cap Hockey: Watch out for goalie fatigue
2Mar2010Ben Valentine The Olympics are now just a pleasant memory and the NHL is back in full force. As fans, that's exciting. As fantasy managers, you have a new set of challenges to overcome as you evaluate your buys and sells going forwa... more ...
Fly’s rumorama: John Calipari, Roger Clemens, Brett Favre, Tom Izzo, Jaromir Jagr, Simona de Sivestro
1Mar2010College hoops: Fly's fellow bourbon lovers know Maker's Mark by its red wax–covered square bottle. But the label's going blue for a limited-edition release honoring Kentucky hoops coach John Calipari. Proceeds will support the UK Symphony Orche... more ...
Crosby's goal caps thrilling Olympic hockey tournament
28Feb2010VANCOUVER—It was hyped as the best hockey tournament ever, not an easy expectation to fulfill. But about the time Team USA forward Zach Parise beat Canada goalie Roberto Luongo to tie the Winter Olympics gold medal game with 24.4 seconds left&m... more ...
Team USA's golden dream turns to silver
28Feb2010VANCOUVER—They lined up side-by-side on the ice. Some had hands firmly resting on their hips. Others stood with arms crossed in front. All wore blank stares. Not one smile. Nobody talked. Just stares. The flags were about to be raised to celebr... more ...
Crosby's golden touch adds to growing legend
28Feb2010VANCOUVER—It has to go down as the biggest goal he'll ever score. And that's saying something for a player like Sidney Crosby. more ...
