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Mario McClement!!

I don't think you can ignore Corsi statistics entirely, since they have been proven to be highly predictive of future success. At the same time, you can't ignore the fact that two of the best teams in the NHL, Toronto and Anaheim, are playing well above average while sitting back. I would...

Agree to disagree.

Coaches are largely judged on how well their teams do relative to expectations. Recent team history matters because it is one of the best indications of how well a team can be expected to perform. It's not decisive, but it is relevant.

http://www.ilemi.pe/100640/1/Watch-New-Jersey-Devils-vs-Toronto-Maple-Leafs/

That's one of the worst pieces of journalism I have ever read. No one else wants Luongo, yet this hack suggests that refusing to part with two 2nd rounders and a good goalie prospect is a sign of emotion getting in the way. Ridiculous, awful writing. If Gillis planted that article, shame on him.

I think there are degrees of motivation which a benching can provide. It's too simple to say that a benching is either motivational or it isn't. I would argue that the context matters. I disagree. The Leafs are one of the youngest teams in the league, with very little combined playoff...

I do think there is a difference between being benched for the playoffs and the regular season. The playoffs are more important, and great players rise to the occasion for them. A play who wants to be great should be all the more motivated to not miss the playoffs. Regardless, I think it's...

Yeah, I'm not sure Gardiner isn't top-six playoff material myself. Based on his play this season, I think it's up in the air. However, I do see a potential motivational benefit to him sitting some playoff games if he can't markedly beat out Ryan O'Byrne or Mike Kostka for a roster spot.

A huge part of Gardiner's development going forward is going to be mental. Part of that development may include him realizing he's not good enough yet to play top-six minutes in the playoffs. If he isn't, he will need to make the necessary adjustments to his preparation. If Gardiner can't make...

You're assuming that's a problem.

I think Gaborik is very close in value to Nash. Last season, a straight-up Nash for Gaborik trade would not have been out of the question. When you factor in all the other assets that CBJ acquired versus the filler NYR got, it certainly seems like a drubbing to me. Gaborik is a 40 goal threat...

So basically, it ended up being Nash Brassard Dorsett John Moore 6th for Gaborik Dubinsky Anisimov Tim Erixon 1st The Rangers got HOSED.

Vancouver's price for Luongo goes down yet again... Good move for TB provided they didn't sell the farm. Bishop seems like the real deal.

The move probably gives Nonis some leverage in trade negotiations for a goalie; he now has three NHL-eligible goalies, so even if one is shipped out the door, he is immediately capable of filling out an NHL roster card. It probably also is a public sign of confidence in Macintyre which...

I think Jagr is the better addition for Boston, and would have been for Pittsburgh too. Kunitz-Crosby-Jagr That would have been incredible, and the city would have gone nuts.

Maybe that's why Kipper is willing to come here.

It seems the linked article has been updated: "According to TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger, the Leafs have discussed a contract extension with Kiprusoff's agent." :o

His current +20 rating can be seen to reasonably speak to his defensive effectiveness, especially in light of his recent strength of competition and correlated +-. Which scenario currently concerns you more? Personally I feel fine about the idea of Kadri out there when down a goal, and would...

You had a typo  ;)