Don't discount the Kings
The Los Angeles Kings. Remember them? In all the pre-season hype surrounding the Western Conference for 2003-04, the Kings have slipped into the new season relatively unnoticed. In all the pre-season hype surrounding the Western Conference for 2003-04, the Kings have slipped into the new season relatively unnoticed.
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New rules for goalies
In the past, League officials have conducted cursory checks on goalie equipment. Now, however, League officials say there will be crackdowns and fines of up to $25,000 for teams caught with illegal equipment. No longer will goalies be allowed to wear pads wider than 12 inches and longer than 38 inches.
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Right man, right time
Herb Brooks was the only man for the job. History has more than proven that point. Back on Feb. 22, 1980, Brooks inspired his hand-picked squad of players as the underdog United States did the unthinkable, upsetting the powerful and intimidating Soviet Union in Lake Placid at the Winter Olympic Games.
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Puzzled by the puzzles
No, I'm not preoccupied with puzzles and how they fit around the NHL. But GMs on the teams mentioned -- and others -- say they are. Actually, I find the activity -- and inactivity -- very intriguing, considering how close the NHL is following all of the upsets we saw in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. ...more
To the forefront
Sergei Fedorov has hungered to be the "go-to guy" throughout his career. That was rarely possible while Fedorov was in Detroit. Despite his undeniable skill, Fedorov usually played second fiddle to Steve Yzerman, the Red Wings' illustrious captain.
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Hard work pays off
The fruits of NHL Diversity's labor paid off when Gerald Coleman of Romeoville, Ill., became the first NHL Diversity program player to be drafted. Coleman was selected by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the seventh round. Coleman was introduced to hockey through an NHL Diversity program.
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Words O'Reason
Well, my big weekend is almost here, the Eighth Annual Willie O'Ree All-Star Weekend to be hosted by the Winning the Lester Patrick Award, which I did last month in Boston, was one of the greatest thrills of my hockey career.
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Weekend comebacks
The beauty of Stanley Cup Playoff hockey is multi-faceted. First, the intensity level is elevated. Second, series competition is all about reading, reacting, responding and rebounding. The ability to adjust in game and in series adds to the intrigue.
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Audio Commentary
Features include "Emrick's Angle", Doc's latest musings, "Behind the Mike" with current and former NHL players, and "Ask the Doctor", where Mike will answer selected questions on "This Week in the NHL" on NHL Radio, and here at NHL.com.
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