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Expectations for playoff teams that defied the critics - NHL
Four of the 2016 NHL playoff teams overachieved this season. What should we expect out of the Panthers, Stars, Flyers and Capitals? Rob Vollman investigates.
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The impact of experience on the 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs - NHL
As the first-round series in the 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs head to their critical stages, how will experience play a role? Rob Vollman looks at each matchup.
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The Stanley Cup case for the Pittsburgh Penguins - NHL
Rob Vollman writes that based on the underlying numbers, the door to the Stanley Cup could be unlocked for the Pittsburgh Penguins based upon three key weapons.
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The Vezina Trophy case for Cory Schneider - NHL
Cory Schneider was not among the top three vote-getters for the Vezina Trophy this season. Rob Vollman explains why Schneider should have been a finalist -- or even the winner.
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Coaches that exceeded expectations most in 2015-16 - NHL
Did the NHL broadcasters association get it right with their Jack Adams award finalists? Rob Vollman examines the cases for the three finalists, and identifies other options.
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The case for the Washington Capitals trading Alex Ovechkin - NHL
After another early playoff exit, should the Capitals start the post-Alex Ovechkin era earlier than expected? Rob Vollman makes the case and picks a trade partner.
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Calder Trophy debate - Connor McDavid vs. Artemi Panarin - NHL
The Calder Trophy race is down to someone who missed half the season, and another who has been playing professional hockey for half a decade. Rob Vollman examines the debate and makes a pick.
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Projecting the 2016 conference finalists in the 2017 playoffs - NHL
The Sharks, Penguins, Blues and Lightning were picked by various pundits to make the Stanley Cup finals in 2016. Rob Vollman projects how each team will do in next season's playoffs.
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Examining the roster construction for Team USA at the World Cup of Hockey - NHL
Some were confused by which players made (or didn't make) the Team USA World Cup roster. After a look at the advanced stats, Rob Vollman writes that there is really just one major snub.
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The best-case trade scenario for the Edmonton Oilers with the No. 4 pick -...
The Edmonton Oilers have a chance to jump-start their blue-line rebuild with some deft trades, including moving the No. 4 overall draft pick. Rob Vollman breaks down their options.
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Best practices for NHL draft-day trades based on past deals
Looking back over the past 10 drafts, what lessons can be learned by the mistakes and successes of previous trades? Rob Vollman dives into the numbers to help out the current NHL GMs.
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How much is Steven Stamkos actually worth in free agency? - NHL
Steven Stamkos is the best free agent of the salary cap era, and could draw an eight-figure annual salary. But how much is he worth when looking strictly at the numbers? Rob Vollman examines.
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How much did the Edmonton Oilers improve with big offseason trades, free...
The Oilers made big splashes with the trade for Adam Larsson and signing of Milan Lucic. Are they any better? Rob Vollman examines what they did, and what they should have done.
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The five best value free agent signings for the 2016-17 season - NHL
What can NHL GMs get for $2 million or less on the free-agent market? Usually, not much. But these five players will provide quite a bang for the buck, according to Rob Vollman.
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Will Sidney Crosby be overtaken as the world's best hockey player in 2016-17?...
Sidney Crosby was back to his dominant self in the second half of the season and playoffs. But will he be overtaken as the world's best player this season?
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