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Miro Heiskanen's Texas-sized expectations
The No. 3 overall pick from 2017 has taken on a big role for the Stars this season, leading some to pencil him in as the NHL's next great blueliner.
NHL
NHL superstars who carry the biggest offensive burdens
Who is shouldering the heaviest load thus far in 2018-19? We break down key players and assess how (and whether) their teams can help them out.
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Capitals
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'Old man' Alex Ovechkin is still learning new tricks
After the greatest season of an incredible career, the Capitals' franchise icon is once again atop the goal-scoring leaderboard.
Blackhawks
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Reasons for hope for Blackhawks fans
Chicago has gone 3-11-2 since firing Joel Quenneville, but there are reasons for optimism as we look ahead to the future.
In The Crease
Recapping Monday action
Stamkos nets hat trick to lead Bolts, Howard carries Wings
Fantasy Hockey
Top fantasy waiver adds, including a pair of Canadiens
Searching for some waiver adds for your fantasy hockey roster? Victoria Matiash lists the best players still available in the majority of ESPN leagues.
Hello, Seattle
Everything you need to know about Seattle's new NHL team
When will they start playing? What will they be called? How is the NHL going to realign? We answer the key questions after the big announcement.
The Seattle uni design awards revealed
Now that the NHL is headed to Seattle, our readers offer their best ideas on everything from names to uniform designs.
NHL
NHL superstars who carry the biggest offensive burdens
Who is shouldering the heaviest load thus far in 2018-19? We break down key players and assess how (and whether) their teams can help them out.
Stars
NHL
Miro Heiskanen's Texas-sized expectations
The No. 3 overall pick from 2017 has taken on a big role for the Stars this season, leading some to pencil him in as the NHL's next great blueliner.
Top Headlines
- Bruins' Backes OK after taking skate to face
- Penguins goalie Murray returns to practice
- Ducks forward Rakell, goalie Miller injured
- Coyotes' Raanta at risk of missing rest of season
- Blues' Bortuzzo, Sanford square off in practice
- Hurricanes' plane makes emergency landing
- NHL suspends Leafs' Hyman 2 games for hit
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PED usage
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Why haven't there been more PED cases in the NHL?
Do hockey players really not dope or is the system designed to allow them to hide? We ask NHLers, along with experts in the sports science field.
Player safety
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NHL players deserve better post-playing career compensation
In his weekly Wysh List, Greg Wyshynski explains that NHL players deserve to be compensated more for their injuries post-career.
Top 100 prospects
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Chris Peters' top 100 NHL prospects: Nos. 1-50
Who is among the best prospects in the NHL? We rank the top 100.
