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Here's why the Maple Leafs fired Mike Babcock now and what happens next
We grade the decision by Toronto and answer all the big questions following the move. Plus, what's next for the legendary coach?
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NHL stars carrying the biggest offensive burden for their teams
There is no overstating the importance of these players to their respective teams' fortunes. Who makes the early-season leaderboard?
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Fantasy hockey rankings: Week 8 update
Which slumping players are likely to turn things around on the power play?
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The NHL's best and worst this week: Inside Joel Quenneville's refurbishment of the Panthers
The veteran coach has Florida in the thick of the playoff hunt. Plus, three stars of the week, key upcoming games, our favorite quote and more.
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Blackhawks
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Why the Blackhawks are turning it over to the kids this season
The timelines for some top prospects appear to have been accelerated. We check in with GM Stan Bowman and other players on the decision.
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NHL Power Rankings: 1-31 poll, plus players who need to step up for every team
There's a new leader in the rankings. Plus, we identify the player on every team who has an opportunity for bigger production.
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NHL weird jerseys: When stars wind up in random places
Chris Chelios as a Thrasher? Grant Fuhr on the Flames? Peter Forsberg on the Predators? We identify 30 of the strangest jersey-superstar combos.
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- Blues' Blais (right wrist) out at least 10 weeks
- Leafs fire Babcock, give coaching reins to Keefe
- Caps' Hathaway suspended 3 games for spitting
- Sens' Ryan on leave to enter assistance program
- GM Botterill seeking forward depth for Sabres
- Bruins expect Bergeron to return on Thursday
- Hockey Canada dropping 'midget' from divisions
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Future Power Rankings
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NHL Future Power Rankings: Projections for all 31 teams for the next three years
Which teams are best (and worst) set up for the next three seasons? We rank them from 1 (Colorado) to 31 (Ottawa).
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The NHL's best on display all season long
Watch and replay select out-of-market NHL games on ESPN+.
