Examining the Washington Capitals' options with a declining Alex Ovechkin - NHL
Tom Awad of Hockey Prospectus explores the decline of Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin, and ponders what the team should do with the expensive winger.
View ArticleRyan Miller contract with Vancouver Canucks among worst offseason deals - NHL
Which NHL free-agent contracts this offseason have been the most questionable? Matthew Coller of Hockey prospectus identifies the top five, according to advanced metrics.
View ArticleThe Washington Capitals still are not a serious contender in 2014-15 - NHL
Hockey Prospectus identifies a player trending up, a player trending down and a key stat for the 2014-15 Washington Capitals.
View ArticleSidney Crosby, Jonathan Quick top GVT rankings for 2014-15 - NHL
Which players make the opening GVT rankings of the season, and who may join them in the future? Tom Awad runs down the early-season leaders, including Sidney Crosby and Jonathan Quick.
View ArticleExamining the impact of six new head coaches -- NHL
Hockey Prospectus examines how the changes in player deployment enacted by six new head coaches this season has resulted in changes in production.
View ArticleWhich teams should pursue Washington Capitals' defenseman Mike Green in...
Which teams should call the Washington Capitals about Mike Green? Rob Vollman looks at who should be on the list.
View ArticleWhy Alexander Semin is valuable, and the teams that should trade for him - NHL
Rob Vollman dives into why polarizing winger Alexander Semin is valuable and identifies two teams that should trade for him.
View ArticleNick Foligno among most efficient power-play scorers in 2014-15 - NHL
Certain players have a knack for producing points on the power play. Matthew Coller of Hockey Prospectus ranks the NHL's most efficient power-play scorers, led by Nick Foligno.
View ArticleTyler Johnson, Pekka Rinne top GVT rankings for 2014-15 - NHL
The updated GVT player rankings are out, and Tyler Johnson, Mark Giordano and Pekka Rinne lead their respective positions. Tom Awad breaks down all of the movers and shakers on the charts.
View ArticleZbynek Michalek among top defensemen worth pursuing at the trade deadline - NHL
With the NHL trade deadline looming on March 2, Rob Vollman identifies the top defensemen worth pursuing for teams looking to add to their blue-line depth. The list is led by Coyotes blueliner Zbynek...
View ArticleLos Angeles Kings among the winners coming out of the NHL trade deadline -- NHL
Rob Vollman takes an analytical look at the winners -- and losers -- of this year's NHL trade deadline. The Kings get good marks for their pickup of Andrej Sekera.
View ArticlePlayers who deserve bigger roles during the playoff race -- NHL
With the playoff races hitting the final stretch, Rob Vollman identifies nine players who deserve bigger roles, such as Mike Green. Plus, which players should be getting less ice time?
View ArticleToronto Maple Leafs lead 'moneypuck' moves in NHL free agency
What exactly is a 'moneypuck' move? Rob Vollman breaks down the concept, and explains why the Toronto Maple Leafs are leading the way in using analytics to identify undervalued players.
View ArticlePittsburgh Penguins among teams best-suited for 3-on-3 overtime - NHL
Which teams are best-suited for 3-on-3 overtime this season? Which teams look like they'll struggle? We project each team's two lines, then rank them 1-30.
View ArticleAnalyzing early player usage, possession metrics for seven coaches with new...
How have the seven new coaches around the league altered player usage (and on-ice results) compared to their predecessors? Ryan Wagman of Hockey Prospectus dives into the data.
View ArticleBen Bishop rises in GVT player rankings - NHL
Tom Awad of Hockey Prospectus ranks the top 10 skaters and top five goalies in the NHL this season, with changes to the top goalie spot.
View ArticlePatrick Kane, Ben Bishop top final NHL player rankings - NHL
Tom Awad of Hockey Prospectus ranks the top 10 skaters and top five goalies in the NHL this season. Patrick Kane and Ben Bishop finish atop their respective categories.
View ArticleHow the playoffs could determine the Anaheim Ducks' plans on defense - NHL
The Anaheim Ducks have a lot of big decisions to make during the offseason, including what to do with restricted free-agent defensemen Hampus Lindholm and Sami Vatanen.
View ArticleThe 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.
View ArticleThe trade market for Colorado Avalanche defenseman Tyson Barrie - NHL
The Avalanche are reportedly shopping defenseman Tyson Barrie. Which of the 29 teams that should be interested are the best fit?
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