Bucky Gleason
Economics quiet NHL free agency buzz
Right up until this afternoon, as the NHL's free agent signing period nears its 100th hour, the talent pool will still be pretty deep. The Canadiens could darned near build an All-Star team, if allowed to roll back the clock a few years, with players who were still available going into Saturday night. (Updated: 07/05/09 12:18 AM )
Sabres tread water while others swim
The Sabres made yet another blunder en route to the first day of the NHL's free agent signing
period. The difference in this one, which was hardly shocking but left people shaking their
heads just the same, was that it came in an attempt to appease the masses after years of
offending them. (Updated: 07/02/09 7:55 AM )
Not a Kid anymore: Crosby a bona fide champ
DETROIT — Sidney Crosby made it clear the Penguins would win the Stanley Cup when nobody was on the ice Friday night. He emerged from the dressing room in full equipment, confirming nothing would prevent him from accepting the trophy that belonged to him for his entire life. (Updated: 06/13/09 12:54 AM )
McGuire has witnessed best series in memory
DETROIT— For seven games, Pierre McGuire had the best seat in the house. The forthright NBC analyst was wedged between the benches during the Stanley Cup, so close to the action that he could practically smell the players’ breath. (Updated: 06/13/09 6:27 AM )
Dream comes true in Game Seven tonight
DETROIT — Dan Bylsma wasn't sure if he still had the photo. He thought it was stuffed in a box somewhere in his basement, but it really didn't matter. The image remained just as clear earlier this week as it did six years ago, when he was exposed in USA Today after missing the opportunity of a lifetime. (Updated: 06/12/09 1:36 AM )
