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Deadline Buzz Hurt by Lack of Fire Sales

The NHL's trade deadline didn't exactly come and go with a whimper, but there wasn't nearly as much buzz as in years past. The lack of big deals was likely disappointing to many, but looking back, none of this should be terribly surprising.There were teams that could go in as buyers. What they were missing was a glut of...

Gritty Bradley Helps Keep Caps Alive

If you were looking for a more unlikely hero to step and save the season for the Washington Capitals, you'd have a tough time finding a better choice than right winger Matt Bradley. A plugger with a lot of heart who commands respect inside the Washington locker room for his work ethic, Bradley has never scored more than...

Could Michael Nylander Be On The Move?

One rumor we keep hearing in and around the Washington Capitals this offseason concerns the disposition of veteran centerman Michael Nylander. With the team almost $2.7 million over the cap after re-signing a passel of players and a logjam up the middle, it's hard for the folks who watch the team not to speculate as to...

Slap Shot Jesus

I really dig it when reporters explore religion in sports, not only because it usually produces a provocative reaction but because it can provide valuable insight to an athlete's motivations, personality and integrity (or hypocrisy, depending on the scandal). Looking back at when I interviewed Brian Pothier of the Capitals...

Background on brian pothier

Brian Pothier (born April 15, 1977) is an American professional ice hockey player. Pothier played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 2000 until 2010. He is currently playing in the Swiss National League for Geneve Servette.

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