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Tampa Bay has the edge with puck-moving defensemen -- 2015 Stanley Cup playoffs
Of the five teams in the NHL that are deepest in puck-moving defensemen, three of them are among the four conference finalists. Rob Vollman defines PMDs and explains why Tampa Bay gets the edge.
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Examining the Jonathan Toews-Patrick Kane dynamic -- 2015 Stanley Cup playoffs
Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane are the NHL's ultimate one-two punch. Rob Vollman breaks down their dangerous dynamic.
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Which players can emerge as OT heroes? -- 2015 Stanley Cup finals
Which players can you expect to be OT heroes this year?
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Examining the 10 best value draft picks of the last 10 years -- 2015 NHL draft
Ahead of the 2015 NHL draft, Rob Vollman looks back at the 10 best value picks of the last 10 years.
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Big money goalies are big time gambles in free agency - NHL
Teams spending a ton of money on goaltenders are fool-hardy, according to research done by hockey analytics guru Rob Vollman.
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Toronto 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.
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Colorado Avalanche, San Jose Sharks gamble on veteran free agents
The more a free agent's contract overlaps with his 30s, the greater a gamble he becomes in the NHL. Rob Vollman examines the role of age in free agency and the risks behind acquiring veterans.
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Vollman: Is Sidney Crosby still the world's best hockey player?
And if he isn't -- who is?
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Vollman: Is Connor McDavid the next Eric Lindros?
Could "the next one" be headed for the same fate as Eric Lindros?
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NHL -- The numbers behind successful NHL goaltending tandems
Pay top dollar for top results, or search for a bargain? Rob Vollman takes a look at the various strategies teams across the league employ to construct their goaltending tandems.
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NHL -- Who's the league's best goalie?
The debate for the NHL's best goalie centers on three names: Carey Price, Tuukka Rask and Henrik Lundqvist. Rob Vollman employs statistical analysis to shed light on the discussion.
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How the Pittsburgh Penguins can have the best power-play unit in franchise...
With the addition of Phil Kessel, the Pittsburgh Penguins may have their best power play in franchise history. Rob Vollman explains how they'll do it.
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Why teams should spend more money on successful coaches - NHL
Using a proprietary metric, Rob Vollman explains the significant impact that the right coach can make on an NHL team's success.
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Possible team fits for Steven Stamkos if the Lightning elect to trade him - NHL
If the Lightning can't come to a deal with Steven Stamkos during the season or early this offseason, which teams make a good fit to trade for him? Rob Vollman identifies two front-runners.
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Nashville Predators are the best trade fit for Columbus Blue Jackets center...
If Ryan Johansen is going to be traded, which NHL team makes the best destination? After diving into the data, Rob Vollman explains why it's the Nashville Predators.
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