Before injury, Oilers' rookie Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was on pace for one of the...
ESPN Insider Neil Greenberg writes that before Edmonton Oilers rookie Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was sidelined with a shoulder injury, the 18-year-old was putting together a season worthy of standing among...
View ArticleDaniel Alfredsson and Zdeno Chara captain the NHL analytic All-Stars - NHL
ESPN Insider Neil Greenberg drafts the NHL All-Star rosters with an analytic twist, showing how Zdeno Chara and Daniel Alfredsson can statistically optimize their teams. Pittsburgh Penguins forward...
View ArticleWashington Capitals likely doomed if offense doesn't improve - NHL
ESPN Insider's Neil Greenberg looks at the Washington Capitals and writes that if the Caps can't dramatically increase their scoring chances and become more productive in the offensive zone, it could...
View ArticleBoston Bruins center Patrice Bergeron leads Selke Trophy candidates - NHL
ESPN Insider Neil Greenberg breaks down his top candidates for the Selke Trophy, writing that while there are numerous forwards worthy of consideration, any discussion has to begin with Boston's...
View Article2012 NHL Playoffs - The Capitals, Penguins and Blackhawks will be hurting...
ESPN Insider Neil Greenberg writes that for a team to make a postseason run and have a chance to win a Cup, its top performers must be its best players in the playoffs.
View ArticleNHL - How the forward pairs strategy sets teams up for success in the standings
How much does the chemistry on forward lines affect performance in the NHL? ESPN Insider Neil Greenberg explains why a certain stat involving forward pairs is more important than full trios.
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