All posts tagged "Carolyn Wilke"
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Florida PanthersNew Panthers AGMs Werier & Joyce: ‘I hate the term ‘advanced stats”
For the Florida Panthers, 2015-16 was a resounding success. The south Florida club posted a franchise-best 12-game winning streak, put up 103...
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![10 March 2016: Boston Bruins right wing Lee Stempniak (20) [2922] checks with his defensemen before a face off. The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Boston Bruins 3-2 (OT) in a regular season NHL game at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photograph by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/06/05093205/482160310080_Hurricanes_at_Bruins-450x270.jpg)
![10 March 2016: Boston Bruins right wing Lee Stempniak (20) [2922] checks with his defensemen before a face off. The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Boston Bruins 3-2 (OT) in a regular season NHL game at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photograph by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/06/05093205/482160310080_Hurricanes_at_Bruins-80x80.jpg)
New Jersey DevilsLee Stempniak: The ultimate journeyman
When you think about valuable free agents this offseason, your mind automatically goes to Steven Stamkos, Milan Lucic, and Kyle Okposo....
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Tampa Bay LightningColumn: Yes, Tampa fans, now is a good time to worry about Stamkos
Today is June 2. We are 29 days away from “free agent frenzy”. Teams who didn’t make the playoffs have been busy...
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One TimersA World Cup fantasy roster – Team Over-35
When it was announced the World Cup of Hockey would not only feature national teams, but two “mixed” teams – Team Europe...
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Philadelphia FlyersSam Gagner might be the best value free agent this summer
There are some really big names hitting free agency this year. Obviously, Steven Stamkos has drawn the most scrutiny, but Milan Lucic,...
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![January 19, 2016: Los Angeles Kings Left Wing Milan Lucic (17) [5769] takes a shot on goal during the game against the Los Angeles Kings at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Adam Davis/Icon Sportswire) January 19, 2016: Dallas Stars during the game against the Los Angeles Kings at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Adam Davis/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/05/23131424/ASA160119549Stars_vs_Kings-450x270.jpg)
![January 19, 2016: Los Angeles Kings Left Wing Milan Lucic (17) [5769] takes a shot on goal during the game against the Los Angeles Kings at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Adam Davis/Icon Sportswire) January 19, 2016: Dallas Stars during the game against the Los Angeles Kings at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Adam Davis/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/05/23131424/ASA160119549Stars_vs_Kings-80x80.jpg)
Dallas StarsThree free agents the Stars shouldn’t sign
With the playoffs winding down and talks of contract extensions heating up, the Dallas Stars will have some serious decisions to make...
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![10 January 2016: Colorado Avalanche Defenseman Tyson Barrie (4) [7306] in action during a game between the Colorado Avalanche and Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center in Chicago, IL. (Photo by Patrick Gorski/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/05/17132932/DEZ100116047-Avalanche_at_Blackhawks-450x270.jpg)
![10 January 2016: Colorado Avalanche Defenseman Tyson Barrie (4) [7306] in action during a game between the Colorado Avalanche and Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center in Chicago, IL. (Photo by Patrick Gorski/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/05/17132932/DEZ100116047-Avalanche_at_Blackhawks-80x80.jpg)
Colorado AvalancheColumn: Trading Tyson Barrie could be devastating for Avalanche
One of the biggest rumors on the block right now is that Patrick Roy is unhappy with Tyson Barrie – the coach...
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Dallas StarsWill Jamie Benn’s new contract crack $10 million?
With the Dallas Stars now out of the playoffs, all eyes have turned to General Manager Jim Nill and captain Jamie Benn...
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One TimersThis years’ NHL Semifinals are closer than ever
If you’ve been watching the NHL’s semifinals this year, you’ve been in for a treat. Each night, it seems like a game has...
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One TimersDefense wins Cups (and other playoff myths)
As the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs continue, hockey fans are consistently reminded of the same old clichés, including my...
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Dallas StarsAles Hemsky finally finding where he fits on Stars
When Ales Hemsky, former Oilers star-turned-disappointment, signed a three-year, $12 million contract with the Dallas Stars, it was certainly one of the...
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NHL WestBlue line goals help Ducks take Game Five, series lead
After taking two crucial games on the road in Nashville, the Anaheim Ducks were determined to head back home and play with...
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Dallas StarsPatrick Eaves is Dallas’ Mr. Fix-It
If you play fantasy hockey, especially of the daily variety, you’re probably familiar with the “utility” slot. Typically, that’s where you slot...
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CentralSpecial teams spark Stars to victory, lead series 3-1
After outplaying the Dallas Stars in Game 3, the Minnesota Wild came into Wednesday’s matchup not wanting to change a thing. Dallas,...
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![28 February 2016: Tampa Bay Lightning right wing J.T. Brown (23) [8764] breaks in on goal. The Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Boston Bruins 4-1 in a regular season NHL game at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photograph by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/04/20115551/482160228108_Tampa_Bay_at_Bruins-450x270.jpg)
![28 February 2016: Tampa Bay Lightning right wing J.T. Brown (23) [8764] breaks in on goal. The Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Boston Bruins 4-1 in a regular season NHL game at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photograph by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/04/20115551/482160228108_Tampa_Bay_at_Bruins-80x80.jpg)
Tampa Bay LightningJ.T. Brown: The prototype of the new bottom six
The game is changing. Everyone in the NHL can feel it, even If some teams have been slow to react. Hockey is...
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CentralStars buckle under pressure, Wild take Game Three
Heading back to St. Paul, the Minnesota Wild knew they were in a do-or-die scenario, down 2-0 to the red-hot Dallas Stars....
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![17 April 2016: St. Louis Blues Left Wing Jaden Schwartz (17) [7940] battles with Chicago Blackhawks Defenceman Duncan Keith (2) [2958] in the third period of action during the Game three of the first round of the NHL Playoffs between the Chicago Blackhawks and the St. Louis Blues at the United Center, in Chicago, IL. (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/04/18142342/164041716_2124_Blues_at_BLKHs-450x270.jpg)
![17 April 2016: St. Louis Blues Left Wing Jaden Schwartz (17) [7940] battles with Chicago Blackhawks Defenceman Duncan Keith (2) [2958] in the third period of action during the Game three of the first round of the NHL Playoffs between the Chicago Blackhawks and the St. Louis Blues at the United Center, in Chicago, IL. (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/04/18142342/164041716_2124_Blues_at_BLKHs-80x80.jpg)
St Louis BluesUnderrated Jaden Schwartz aiming for playoff pay day
Unless you’re a fan of the St. Louis Blues – or a fan of one of their central division rivals – it’s...
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Dallas StarsCould Jason Spezza be the Stars playoff MVP?
Everyone knows by now that the Dallas Stars are going to be a tough team to beat for the injury-depleted Minnesota Wild....
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![16 April 2016: San Jose Sharks Left Wing Tomas Hertl (48) [9372], Los Angeles Kings Defenseman Jake Muzzin (6) [15654] and Los Angeles Kings Goalie Jonathan Quick (32) [5348] watch as the puck is deflected into the air during game 2 of the first round of the NHL Western Conference playoffs between the San Jose Sharks and the Los Angeles Kings at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Chris Williams/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/04/17075628/0071604162123_Sharks_at_Kings-450x270.jpg)
![16 April 2016: San Jose Sharks Left Wing Tomas Hertl (48) [9372], Los Angeles Kings Defenseman Jake Muzzin (6) [15654] and Los Angeles Kings Goalie Jonathan Quick (32) [5348] watch as the puck is deflected into the air during game 2 of the first round of the NHL Western Conference playoffs between the San Jose Sharks and the Los Angeles Kings at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Chris Williams/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/04/17075628/0071604162123_Sharks_at_Kings-80x80.jpg)
One TimersWhy advanced stats still have skeptics
Seemingly every season there comes a time when the old debate raises its head, with some pundit questioning the validity of the...
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CentralWild can’t handle Stars scoring depth, drop Game One
The Minnesota Wild looked completely out of their depth from puck drop, getting caught flatfooted by the Dallas Stars frequently during the...
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One TimersThe Norris Trophy debate: A statistical look
About halfway through the season, I wrote up a methodology to look at who should be the recipient of the Norris Trophy,...
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One TimersWho deserves NHL Coach of the Year honors?
The Jack Adams award, given by the NHL Broadcasters Association, is always one of the most difficult to judge. It’s handed to...