Getting Over the Hump: Is San Jose Finally Ready for The Next Step?
It’s been a long summer since the Sharks fell to the Los Angeles Kings in the Western Conference semifinals last year. But it capped off a rather long and tumultuous…
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Fantasy Hockey: Appealing Names, Unappealing Results
Even though we may not admit it, some of us fantasy owners go after certain players because they are a household name in hockey. It is especially common with newbies…
Martin Havlat: A Story of Injury and Decline
On July 3, 2011, Martin Havlat was traded to the San Jose Sharks for former 100-point scorer Dany Heatley. When the trade occurred, fans were worried they had given away…
Colorado Avalanche: 5 Offseason Moves The Avalanche Should Make
After a horrific season, the Colorado Avalanche have started to make a lot of changes. Thus far, all of the changes have been from coaching straight to the top of…
Minnesota Wild 2013 Season Player Grades: The Forwards
The Minnesota Wild will reflect upon the shortened 2013 NHL season positively. The franchise reached the NHL playoffs for the first time since 2008, several young players emerged as promising…
How Does the NHL’s Western Conference Shake Out?
Well, I’m glad that you asked. I’ve done a little research (you’re welcome), and some analysis and I’ve conquered the Western Conference bracket. Below are my predictions, with a brief…
Wild Must Use Home Ice to Prevent Playoff Plunge
Just when you think the Minnesota Wild are ready to seize a playoff berth by the throat, a sense of unease sets in. After two close road victories over the…
Minnesota Wild Third Quarter Review
Pre-season projection: Playoff team Current stock: Holding Team record: 21-13-2 (3rd in Western Conference, 1st in Northwest Division) Surprisingly, the Minnesota Wild held their grip to the top of the…
Why Dany Heatley Belongs on Minnesota’s Top Line
In the Old West, a renowned but aging gunslinger usually ended his career with a bullet in a ditch. In the new West, he’s paid $7.5 million this year and…
Minnesota Wild: Four Who Must Step Up
The Minnesota Wild is headed for a fall. It’s no exaggeration to say that Devin Setoguchi and Matt Cullen have ignited the 14-5-1 explosion which has propelled the Wild near…
THW Panel: The Top 10 Most Overrated NHL Players
Some NHL players take way too much credit for the on-ice production they offer to their respective teams. Every season, there are players who receive more ice time than they deserve,…
Minnesota Wild First Quarter Review
Pre-season projection: Playoff team Current stock: Dropping Team record: 6-5-1 (11th in the conference, tied for eighth) As the Wild thrashed the Avalanche on opening night, Mike Greenlay, Minnesota’s TV…