06-04-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition:Fetisov and Murphy Invaluable to Detroit
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

05-30-97 Game o' the Week
Every week Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week your prognosticator will forecast the Stanley Cup finals.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosticator Guy

05-27-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition:Leafs Need a New Tree
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

05-21-97 Oh That Wacky Lindros...
Eric Lindros recorded a hat trick to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 6-3 win over the New York Rangers in Game Three of the Eastern Conference finals.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

05-20-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition:Claude's Time of Year
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

05-16-97 AHL News and Third Round Playoff Preview
You want AHL news? We got your AHL news right here... it's a look at the AHL Conference Finals, as well as other news from around the league.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

05-16-97 AHL Playoffs: Second Round Recap
Miss something in the second round of the AHL playoffs? Well, now you didn't...
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

05-16-97 Roy and Sakic Clip Wings, 2-1
The combination of Patrick Roy and Joe Sakic once again proved too much for the Detroit Red Wings to handle in Game One of the Western Conference finals, as the two superstars helped the Colorado Avalanche to a 2-1 victory.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

05-13-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Washington Makin' Changes
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

05-14-97 Game o' the Week
Every week Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week your prognosticator will forecast the third round of the playoffs.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosticator Guy

05-13-97 The Playoffs Go Forth
So, we're down to four teams, all vying for the coolest trophy in the sports world. Let's take a look at just what it is we've got, here in mid-May.
by Glenn McCready, Historian Guy

05-12-97 Flyers Make Buffalo Extinct
The Philadelphia Flyers closed out their second-round series with the Buffalo Sabres, winning Game Five by a score of 6-3 and claiming the series four games to one. Plus, the New York Rangers and Colorado Avalanche also advance.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

05-10-97 Stayin' Alive
Ed Ronan, yes that Ed Ronan, scored at 6:24 of overtime to give the Buffalo Sabres a thrilling 5-4 win over the Philadelphia Flyers in Game Four of their second-round series. Plus other NHL news, including the finalists for post-season awards.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

05-09-97 Rangers Turn Up Heat on Devils
Mike Richter stopped 35 shots for his second shutout this series and Adam Graves tallied his first goal of the playoffs to lead the Rangers to a 3-0 victory.
by Matthew Secosky, Not Quite So Messed Up

05-08-97 Old Flame Coming Back
LCS hero Gary Roberts, the beloved Calgary power forward/tough guy who retired on June 17 of last year because of neck problems, is reportedly ready to return to the NHL next season.
by Dave Feete, Octogenarian

05-08-97 Oilers Strike It Rich
With Peter Forsberg out midway through the third period with a concussion, the Oilers scored twice in the final seven minutes to steal Game 3 from the Avalanche, 4-3.
by Matthew Secosky, All Messed Up

05-06-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Remembering the 1967 Maple Leafs
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

05-06-97 Flyers Take 2-0 Series Lead
The Philadelphia Flyers scored two first-period goals and then held on the rest of the way to claim a 2-1 win in Game Two of their series with the Buffalo Sabres.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

05-05-97 Richter Exorcises New Jersey, 2-0
Mike Richter stopped 32 shots to post his second shutout of the playoffs, leading the New York Rangers to a 2-0 win over the New Jersey Devils.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

05-04-97 Flyers Hunt Down Buffalo
Shjon Podein scored with 48 seconds remaining in the third period to snap a 3-3 tie and lift the Philadelphia Flyers over the Buffalo Sabres in Game One of their second-round series.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

05-03-97 Lapointe Bags Duck
Martin Lapointe scored 59 seconds into overtime, giving the Detroit Red Wings a 2-1 win in the opening game of their second-round series with the Anaheim Mighty Ducks.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

05-02-97 Hasek Suspension Jive
On Thursday, the NHL suspended Dominik Hasek for three games and fined him $10,000 as a result of the Sabre netminder physically attacking Buffalo News reporter Jim Kelley on April 25. Man, that's jive...
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

05-01-97 Game o' the Week
Every week Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week your prognosticator will forecast the second round of the playoffs.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosticator Guy

04-30-97 AHL Update
Each week, LCS Hockey AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the American Hockey League. Just because we're in the playoffs doesn't mean the news ends, as there's always some loose ends to be tied.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

04-29-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Montreal's Glory Days Long Gone
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

04-29-97 NHL Daily Report
A brief recap of the news making headlines around the league. This column is a sample of the daily news summaries found on our new America Online area.
by Zippy, Wonder Chimp

04-28-97 Buffalo Forces Seventh Game
Rookie netminder Steve Shields made 31 saves as he earned his first career shutout and blanked Ottawa by a score of 3-0 to force Game Seven in Buffalo on Tuesday night. Plus other exciting action.
by Zippy, Wonder Chimp

04-27-97 Peace Out, Mario
Mario Lemieux's brilliant career came to an end on Saturday, April 26, when the Pittsburgh Penguins lost Game Five of their first-round series against the Philadelphia Flyers, 6-3, officially eliminating the Birds from the postseason.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

04-26-97 R.I.P. CAT
Ding dong the Cats are dead. Esa Tikkanen did away with all of Florida's nine lives, scoring at 12:08 of overtime to lift the Rangers to a 3-2 Game Five victory and eliminate the Panthers from the playoffs, four games to one.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

04-24-97 Sweep This
The Pittsburgh Penguins stayed alive in their first-round series with the Philadelphia Flyers, taking Game Four by a score of 4-1 at the Civic Arena in Pittsburgh Wednesday night. The real story of the game, however, came in the final moments of regulation when Mario Lemieux once again added to his legendary status.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

04-22-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Messier's Future Uncertain in New York
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

04-22-97 WHL Update
Every other week, LCS WHL Correspondent Gerry Sheanh takes a look at all the latest happenings in the world of major junior hockey, WHL style. This Edition: WHL PLAYOFFS... AND THEN THERE WERE TWO
by Gerry Sheanh, WHL Correspondent

04-18-97 AHL Playoff Preview
The AHL playoffs begin tonight, Friday, April 18 and LCS Guide to Hockey AHL Correspondent, Tricia McMillan, offers a preview of the first round matchups.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

04-17-97 AHL Update
Each week, LCS Hockey AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the American Hockey League.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

04-17-97 Game o' the Week
Every week Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week your prognosticator will forecast each and every playoff series.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosticator Guy

04-17-97 Quarterfinals Schedule and Results
LCS Guide to Hockey updates the results of all playoff series nightly. For daily game recaps and playoff analysis visit our area on AOL at keyword "LCS Hockey". Also note that a new issue of LCS Hockey is published every Tuesday throughout the playoffs.
by LCS Guide to Hockey

04-16-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition:Maybe Next Year...
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

04-16-97 Wacky Poem Corner
The NHL playoffs begin tonight and what better way to get ready for the postseason than a little playoff poetry? Try as you may, you can't beat the poetry.
by Glenn McCready, Chairman of the Board

04-14-97 Quarterfinals Schedule
The defending Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche, who captured the Presidents' Trophy in 1996-97 with the NHL's best record, will begin their title defense Wednesday when they host the Chicago Blackhawks on the opening night of Stanley Cup playoffs.
by Zippy, Wonder Chimp

04-12-97 LCS: Hey, Look! We can Read!
I'm the book reviewer among these parts, but this week I took a break from reading and reviewed a hockey video called "The Stanley Cup: A Century of Magic Moments"
by Jennifer Chu, Book Reviewer

04-10-97 Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

04-09-97 Interview with Jamie Ram
After spending two years becoming a fan favorite in Binghamton, Ram hasn't minded going to Lexington. He has managed to renew his status with the fans in Kentucky, landing the cover spot on the Thoroughblades program wearing a pair of shades and posing with a really cool car.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

04-08-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition:Pittsburgh is Lemieux's Legacy
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

04-07-97 WHL Update
Every other week, LCS WHL Correspondent Gerry Sheanh takes a look at all the latest happenings in the world of major junior hockey, WHL style. This Edition:Western League sniper excels in the NHL
by Gerry Sheanh, WHL Correspondent

04-05-97 Game o' the Week
Every week Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's game features the Hartford Whalers and the Ottawa Senators, a pair of division rivals fighting for the last playoff spot in the East.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosticator Guy

04-03-97 Feeling for Cullen
So when something like this happens, it seems to touch us all, as if it were one of our own, because, in essence, it is. We will all watch, and read, hoping, and if you're so inclined, praying for some measure of good news regarding Mr. Cullen.
by Glenn McCready, History Guy

04-03-97 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

04-01-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition:Whale Were Destined to Swim From Hartford
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

04-02-97 Cullen, Our Hero, Diagnosed with Cancer
On a sad note, John Cullen, idol of millions from eight to 80, has been diagnosed with Lymphoma, a form of cancer.
by Zippy, Wonder Chimp

04-01-97 Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

03-29-97 Game o' the Week
Every week Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's game features the fourth and final meeting of this season between two Eastern Conference rivals fighting for the final playoff positions, the Washington Capitals at Ottawa Senators.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

03-27-97 Detroit fans get their wish -- Lemieux bleeds
Lemieux returned to the Joe Louis Arena for the first time since he cross-checked Detroit's Kris Draper from behind into the boards during the Stanley Cup Semi-finals last season. And as the Red Wings promised, Lemieux received the just punishment that all Detroit fans thought he deserved.
by Jim Iovino, Ace Reporter

03-27-97 Interview with Bob Lachance
The NHL has played host to quite a few family acts in its day and the next familial combination to make it in the NHL may well be the Lachance brothers.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

03-27-97 Lemieux Indulges Crowd Despite Canadien Victory
In what could turn out to be his finale in Montreal, Mario Lemieux appeased the locales by scoring two third-period goals within 3:09 to the delight of most of the 21,273 in attendance at the Molson Centre in a performance as hallowed as its location. LCS AOL Preview
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

03-27-97 Beer of the Week
With the NHL playoff race heating up, it is safe to assume that fans across the world increase their consumption of alcoholically-enhanced beverages to lessen the pain of defeat or heighten the thrill of victory. LCS reviews the best refreshments available.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

03-26-97 Nashville Whalers?
This afternoon, the Hartford Whalers announced that they have bought out their lease at the mall and will not return to Hartford next season. It is truely a sad day for the league and LCS Guide to Hockey.
by Zippy, Wonderous C.H.I.M.P.

03-26-97 Islanders Czech Out Reichel
The Islanders acquired Robert Reichel to act as a set-up guy for Zigmund Palffy. Palffy is a Slovak. Apparently, in the name of world peace, they are trying to force the Czechs and the Slovaks to get along. Strange that the Islanders chose this forum to promote inter-cultural harmony.
by David Feete, Senior Citizen

03-26-97 Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

03-25-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition:No End in Sight For Falling Leafs
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

03-25-97 The Last Meeting for Lemieux and Gretzky?
The playoffs were far from the minds of just about everyone at Madison Square Garden. No one was talking playoffs because the game could have been the last time Mario Lemieux and Wayne Gretzky would play on the same ice.
by Jim Iovino, Ace Reporter

03-25-97 Remaining Schedule Analysis
You want the facts? Well, this here is filled to the rim with brim, baby. Steve compiled this data on the remaining schedules for every team in the NHL in order to predict each team's successes during the last weeks of the season.
by by Steve Gallichio, Hartford Correspondent

03-22-97 IHL News
Every so often, LCS correspondent David Strauss brings you, our valued readers, a selection of the latest news and stories from all around the IHL. This Edition: The Miraculous Return of Orlando's Kevin Smyth.
by David Strauss, NY Islanders Correspondent

03-22-97 LCS: Cards and Collectibles
Each and every column, Jon will highlight a section of collectibles that he believes does not get the attention that it deserves and will review the latest card and collectible releases.
by Jon Nuckolls, Collector Guy

03-21-97 LCS: Hey, Look! We can Read!
I'm the book reviewer among these parts, and this week I reviewed the book "The New York Rangers: Broadway's Longest-Running Hit". A book written in part by LCS: Guide To Hockey's own John Kreiser.
by Jennifer Chu, Book Reviewer

03-21-97 Hockey History with Glenn McCready
Glenn McCready will be taking a look back over the history of the league to discuss the teams that are now just a memory like the Kansas City Scouts and Montreal Maroons.
by Glenn McCready, History Guy

03-20-97 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

03-19-97 Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

03-18-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition:But Is Expansion Ready for the League?
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

03-18-97 Trading Deadline Passes
At 3:00 p.m. ET time the NHL trading deadline came to pass, but not before several NHL teams completed deals for the playoff hunt. See issue 65 for a complete recap.
by Zippy, Wonder Chimp

03-17-97 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude and assorted pokechecks designed to agitate a retaliation from readers.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

03-16-97 Game o' the Week
Every week Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's game features the fifth and final meeting of the year between Central division rivals, the Phoenix Coyotes and Chicago Blackhawks.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

03-13-97 WHL Update
Every other week, LCS WHL Correspondent Gerry Sheanh takes a look at all the latest happenings in the world of major junior hockey, WHL style. This Edition: Kamloops Blazers Just Keep on Rollin' and other news from around the league
by Gerry Sheanh, WHL Correspondent

03-12-97 Gilbert Enjoying Life Behind Worcester Bench
The Worcester IceCats are guided by rookie coach Greg Gilbert. He had no coaching experience whatsoever before taking the IceCats job and was given a rather fluid roster, given the whims of St. Louis GM Mike Keenan and the team's dual affiliate nature, but still managed to steer the IceCats into first place in the New England Division.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

03-11-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Kings Still Looking for Payoff in Gretzky Deal
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

03-10-97 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude and assorted pokechecks designed to agitate a retaliation from readers.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

03-09-97 Rangers and Canucks Make a Deal
The Vancouver Canucks traded Courtnall, along with Esa Tikkanen, to the Rangers in exchange for Sergei Nemchinov and Brian Noonan.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

03-08-97 Game o' the Week
Every week Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's game features the sixth and final game of the year between Northeastern division rivals, the Boston Bruins and Hartford Whalers.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

03-06-97 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

03-05-97 LCS: Hey, Look! We can Read!
I'm the book reviewer among these parts, but this week I thought I'd stretch my multi- talented tentacles into the mutli-media domain. Instead of a book, this week I watched some NHL videos and reviewed 'em for your entertainment.
by Jennifer Chu, Book Reviewer

03-05-97 Roy Anxious for Return to Montreal
Patrick Roy is out to exact a little revenge on his old club, where he won two Conn Smythe trophies and three Vezinas. On March 5, the Colorado Avalanche travels to the Molson Centre in Montreal, Roy’s first trip back to Montreal since the trade.
by Matt Gitchell, Colorado Correspondent

03-04-97 Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

03-04-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Quinn on the Spot in Vancouver.
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

03-03-97 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude and assorted pokechecks designed to agitate a retaliation from readers.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

03-03-97 "Grandpa" Finally Fired
The Pittsburgh Penguins fired head coach Eddie Johnston earlier today. GM Craig Patrick will take over coaching duties.
by Zippy, Wonder Chimp

03-01-97 Caps Fleece Bruins
On Saturday, March 1, the Bruins traded Adam Oates, Rick Tocchet, and Bill Ranford to the Washington Capitals in exchange for Anson Carter, Jason Allison, Jim Carey, a 1997 third-round draft pick, and a conditional 1998 second-round draft pick.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

02-28-97 Bowen Adjusting to Change with Adirondack
Bowen's getting used to being part of an unfamiliar team. He played for Canada's gold medal winning Juniors team in 1994 as well as being a late addition to the Canadian National Team last season.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

03-01-97 Game o' the Week
Every week Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's game features two long time rivals, the Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

02-28-97 Hockey Pool Help
Each week the LCS hockey pool expert will give you the rundown on who's hot and who's not around the NHL. If you are serious about winning your hockey pool this season, you definitely don't want to miss this column.
by Brad Moore, Hockey Pool Help Guy III

02-27-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Respect? What? Where?
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

02-27-97 Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

02-26-97 Gilmour Hopes to Light Offensive Fire Under Devils
The rumors had been buzzing around the Meadowlands for the entire season, but yesterday afternoon Devils GM Lou Lamouriello pulled the trigger on a deal to get something the Devils have been without for a long time: an established playmaking center.
by David Ibrahim, New Jersey Correspondent

02-26-97 Western Hockey League Enjoys Tradition of Excellence
The WHL covers the huge geographical area of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, and the states of Washington and Oregon. Now in its 31st year of operation, the WHL has accounted for nearly twenty percent of the prospects selected in the NHL entry draft.
by Gerry Sheanh, WHL Correspondent

02-25-97 El Diablo Gets Gilmour
The Toronto Maple Leafs traded former savior Doug Gilmour to the New Jersey Devils along with defenseman Dave Ellett in exchange for defenseman Jason Smith, center Steve Sullivan, junior forward Alyn McCauley, and a third-round draft choice.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

02-25-97 Between the Pipes
Each week, or maybe every two weeks if I get sleepy, we'll take a look back at the best performances from the recent set of games and the guys who are gettin' the job done and those that aren't.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

02-24-97 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude and assorted pokechecks designed to agitate a retaliation from readers.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

02-24-97 Hockey History with Glenn McCready
Glenn McCready will be taking a look back over the history of the league to discuss the teams that are now just a memory like the Kansas City Scouts and Montreal Maroons.
by Glenn McCready, History Guy

02-23-97 Game o' the Week
Every week Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's game features a matchup between two of the league's top goaltenders, Dominik Hasek and Martin Brodeur.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

02-23-97 LCS: Hey, Look! We can Read!
Hockey Sur Glace... wacky name, but a good book. If, you know, you like the books.
by Jennifer Chu, Book Reviewer

02-21-97 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

02-19-97 LCS: Cards and Collectibles
Each and every column, Jon will highlight a section of collectibles that he believes does not get the attention that it deserves and will review the latest card and collectible releases.
by Jon Nuckolls, Collector Guy

02-19-97 Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

02-19-97 Lemieux Lifts Penguins Past Panthers
Mario Lemieux rang up two goals and an assist in the third period to carry the Penguins back from a third-period deficit to stun the Florida Panthers 4-2. Plus other league action!
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

02-18-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Decision Time for Neil Smith
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

02-17-97 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude and assorted pokechecks designed to agitate a retaliation from readers.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

02-17-97 Flyers Sweep Pens, 6-2
The Philadelphia Flyers swept their weekend home-and-home series with the Pittsburgh Penguins by embarrassing the Birds 6-2 on Civic Arena ice.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

02-16-97 Lindros-less Flyers Club Birds, 5-1
The Philadelphia Flyers were in total control of their Saturday, February 15, contest against the Pittsburgh Penguins, beating their state rivals by a convincing 5-1 score.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

02-15-97 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's games features a classic Original Six matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Montreal Canadiens.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

02-13-97 Game o' the Day
The New York Islanders visited the Igloo on Wednesday night, February 12, and clubbed a lifeless Penguin squad 5-1. Tommy Salo stopped 30 shots and Travis Green and Zigmund Palffy each recorded a goal and an assist for the Islanders, who won for the first time in five road games.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

02-13-97 Stauber on Comeback Trail with Portland
A severe shoulder injury early in the 1995-96 season required surgery and ended Stauber's year prematurely. After a year off, Robb Stauber is now making a comeback with Portland of the AHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

02-12-97 Heroes and Weasels
A bi-weekly feature that looks at the players who led their teams to victory and those who, well, are merely weasels.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

02-11-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Hasek Dominating Competition
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

02-10-97 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude and assorted pokechecks designed to agitate a retaliation from readers.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

02-10-97 LCS: The Drinking Game Update
The rules of our game are very simple. Simply sit down in front of the ol' tube every Sunday for "National Hockey Night" on ESPN and listen to Gary Thorne and Bill Clement call the came. Here's where it gets good. Each time you hear Bill Clement say the word "torque", down a drink of your favorite beverage.
by LCS: Guide to Hockey

02-09-97 Shanahan Gives Bowman Number 1,000
After two failed attempts at earning his 1,000th career coaching victory, Scotty Bowman finally bagged the milestone when his Detroit Red Wings edged the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-5 in overtime on Saturday, February 8.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

02-08-97 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's games features a Central Division tussle between the Phoenix Coyotes and the St. Louis Blues.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

02-06-97 Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

02-05-97 "Le Magnifique" achieves magical milestone
With an empty-net goal last night, Mario Lemieux entered the elite club of 600 goal men. Super Mario takes his place among the likes of Wayne Gretzky, Gordie Howe, Marcel Dionne, Phil Esposito, Mike Gartner and Bobby Hull as the league's top goal scorers of all-time.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

02-05-97 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

02-04-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Bourque's Brilliance Unmatched
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

02-03-97 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude and assorted pokechecks designed to agitate a retaliation from readers.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

02-03-97 LCS: The Drinking Game Update
The rules of our game are very simple. Simply sit down in front of the ol' tube every Sunday for "National Hockey Night" on ESPN and listen to Gary Thorne and Bill Clement call the came. Here's where it gets good. Each time you hear Bill Clement say the word "torque", down a drink of your favorite beverage.
by LCS: Guide to Hockey

02-02-97 LCS: Hey Look, We Can Read!
LCS so kindly gave me this space to talk about my two favorite things--chicken and doughnuts. No, wait, that's not right. Books and hockey. Well, specifically, books about hockey. This edition: "Slap Shots"
by Jennifer Chu, Book Reviewer

02-02-97 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's games features the battle for Alberta, contested by the Calgary Flames and the Edmonton Oilers.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

02-01-97 Hockey History with Glenn McCready
Glenn McCready will be taking a look back over the history of the league to discuss the teams that are now just a memory like the Kansas City Scouts and Montreal Maroons.
by Glenn McCready, History Guy

02-01-97 LCS: Cards and Collectibles
Each and every column, Jon will highlight a section of collectibles that he believes does not get the attention that it deserves and will review the latest card and collectible releases.
by Jon Nuckolls, Collector Guy

01-29-97 Brunette Bound for Glory
In his first full season in the AHL, Brunette tallied 80 points and gave notice of becoming a premier player in the league. In 95-96 Brunette really broke out, tallying 94 points, and was recalled to the Washington Capitals for the first time.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

01-29-97 RUT: Ridiculous Uniform Theorem
Aside from being the first team to win a title in a new city, the Colorado Avalanche accomplished something seldom seen in sports, and never seen in hockey. They were the first NHL team with a silly uniform to win the Stanley Cup.
by Glenn McCready, History Guy

01-28-97 Sandstrom heads to Motown
After struggling with the Pens through the first half of the season, Tomas Sandstrom was dealt to Detroit for center Greg Johnson on January 27.
by Jim Iovino, Ace Reporter

01-27-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: A Postseason Without Leafs and Habs?
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

01-27-97 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude and assorted pokechecks designed to agitate a retaliation from readers.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

01-26-97 Hockey Pool Help
Each week the LCS hockey pool expert, Joe Gulino, will give you the rundown on who's hot and who's not around the NHL. If you are serious about winning your hockey pool this season, you definitely don't want to miss this column.
by Joe Gulino, Hockey Pool Help Guy

01-25-97 Sharks Snag Eagle
On Friday, January 25, Chicago traded Belfour to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for winger Ulf Dahlen, defenseman Mychal Sykora, goaltender Chris Terreri, and a conditional 1998 draft choice.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

01-25-97 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's games features battle between the top two teams of the Northeast division, the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Buffalo Sabres.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

01-24-97 Kamensky Ends Lalime's Streak with OT-Winner
Both Patrick Lalime's 16-game unbeaten streak came to an end Thursday night when Colorado's Valeri Kamensky scored 3:55 into overtime to lift the Avalanche to a 4-3 win over the Arctic Birds.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

01-23-97 Beached Whale
This season began so promisingly. As late as December 11th, the team sat atop the Northeast Division with a 14-7-6 record. Since they it's been a nightmare. With only one win in their last 11 games, they find themselves 14 points out of first place and out of a playoff spot.
by Steve Gallichio, Hartford Correspondent

01-23-97 Uh Oh, No Mario...
Lemieux was forced out of the first period Monday night against the Calgary Flames with back spasms and will miss at least Pittsburgh's Thursday night game against the Colorado Avalanche.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

01-22-97 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

01-22-97 Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

01-22-97 LCS: Cards and Collectibles
Each and every column, Jon will highlight a section of collectibles that he believes does not get the attention that it deserves and will review the latest card and collectible releases.
by Jon Nuckolls, Collector Guy

01-21-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Is League Strong Enough to Handle Expansion?
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

01-19-97 Hockey History with Glenn McCready
Glenn McCready will be taking a look back over the history of the league to discuss the teams that are now just a memory like the Kansas City Scouts and Montreal Maroons.
by Glenn McCready, History Guy

01-19-97 Eastern Stars Victorious
The Eastern Conference completed the All-Star sweep by defeating the Western Conference by a score of 11-7 in the All-Star Game. Mark Recchi earned MVP honors with 3 goals in the contest.
by Zippy, Wonder Chimp

01-18-97 East Dominates SuperSkills Competition
On All-Star Friday, the Eastern Conference defeated the Western Conference by a score of 13-7 in the annual NHL SuperSkills Competition. Read on for a complete and detailed list of event results.
by Zippy, Wonder Chimp

01-18-97 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's games features a double-dip between interconference rivals the Philadelphia Flyers and the Detroit Red Wings.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

01-17-97 AHL All-Star Game
Last night, the AHL held their annual All-Star Game in Saint John. The contest pitted a group of Canadian All-Stars versus players from other locations throught the World. After playing to a 2-2 tie, the World team won the game on a shoot-out.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

01-17-97 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude and assorted pokechecks designed to agitate a retaliation from readers.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

01-17-97 Hockey Pool Help
Each week the LCS hockey pool expert, Joe Gulino, will give you the rundown on who's hot and who's not around the NHL. If you are serious about winning your hockey pool this season, you definitely don't want to miss this column.
by Joe Gulino, Hockey Pool Help Guy

01-16-97 Heroes and Weasels
A bi-weekly feature that looks at the players who led their teams to victory and those who, well, are merely weasels. This edition features forgoten All-Stars.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

01-16-97 All-Star Game Info
A complete list of the 1997 All-Star and Heroes rosters and previous All-Star results and records. The 47th annual NHL All-Star game is scheduled for Saturday, January 18 in San Jose.
by Zippy, Wonder Chimp

01-15-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: What a difference a year has made for Ken Hitchcock!
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

01-14-97 Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

01-12-97 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's game features the season's first battle between interconference division leaders, the Dallas Stars and Pittsburgh Penguins.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

01-11-97 LCS: Hey Look, We Can Read!
LCS so kindly gave me this space to talk about my two favorite things--chicken and doughnuts. No, wait, that's not right. Books and hockey. Well, specifically, books about hockey. This edition: "Full Spectrum"
by Jennifer Chu, Book Reviewer

01-10-97 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude and assorted pokechecks designed to agitate a retaliation from readers.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

01-09-97 Hamilton Loves Dennis Bonvie... Shouldn't You?
After a few years as a leader on Cape Breton's blue line, Bonvie, 23, moved to Hamilton, Ontario when the Oilers packed up the team in search of greener pastures. The move has been good for Bonvie, as he is now by far the most popular Bulldog in Hamilton.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

01-09-97 Hockey Pool Help
Each week the LCS hockey pool expert, Joe Gulino, will give you the rundown on who's hot and who's not around the NHL. If you are serious about winning your hockey pool this season, you definitely don't want to miss this column.
by Joe Gulino, Hockey Pool Help Guy

01-07-97 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: A Look Back...
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

01-07-97 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

01-06-97 LCS: The Drinking Game Update
The rules of our game are very simple. Simply sit down in front of the ol' tube every Sunday for "National Hockey Night" on ESPN and listen to Gary Thorne and Bill Clement call the came. Here's where it gets good. Each time you hear Bill Clement say the word "torque", down a drink of your favorite beverage.
by LCS: Guide to Hockey

01-05-97 Canada Claims Fifth Consecutive World Junior Title
Canada defeated a strong American squad with a 2-0 shutout to clinch the gold medal in the 1997 World Junior Championships and reclaim a slice of hockey dignity for their country.
by Carol Schram, Vancouver Correspondent

01-04-97 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week features a tussle between the Colorado Avalanche and the New Jersey Devils.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

01-04-97 LCS: Cards and Collectibles
Each and every column, Jon will highlight a section of collectibles that he believes does not get the attention that it deserves and will review the latest card and collectible releases.
by Jon Nuckolls, Collector Guy

01-03-97 Hockey Pool Help
Each week the LCS hockey pool expert, Joe Gulino, will give you the rundown on who's hot and who's not around the NHL. If you are serious about winning your hockey pool this season, you definitely don't want to miss this column.
by Joe Gulino, Hockey Pool Help Guy

01-02-97 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude. My poke checks will either be viewed as love taps or as an agitation for a fight.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

01-01-97 Medal Round Matchups Set at World Junior Championship
Competition is intense as the Medal Round of the World Junior Championship gets underway in Geneva, Switzerland.
by Carol Schram, Vancouver Correspondent

12-31-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Goal Scoring? What? Where?
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

12-30-96 Heroes and Weasels
A bi-weekly feature that looks at the players who led their teams to victory and those who, well, are merely weasels. This edition features heroes galore.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

12-29-96 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week features a tussle between the Boston Bruins and the Ottawa Senators.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

12-29-96 Canadian Juniors Challenged on Drive for Five
On December 27, Canada's National Junior team began its quest for an unprecedented fifth consecutive World Junior Championship title in Geneva, Switzerland.
by Carol Schram, Vancouver Correspondent

12-28-96 LCS: Hey Look, We Can Read!
LCS so kindly gave me this space to talk about my two favorite things--chicken and doughnuts. No, wait, that's not right. Books and hockey. Well, specifically, books about hockey. This edition: Steve Yzerman: Heart of a Champion
by Jennifer Chu, Book Reviewer

12-27-96 Whining, Complaining, and Just Plain Noticin'
You know, I had to take a break from the action when the world's greatest internet publication released its gala 59th issue in time for Christmas. I wasn't bein' lazy...so, without further ado, let me blow off a little steam.
by Dan Hurwitz, Force for Cultural Hegemony

12-24-96 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

12-23-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Keenan's Firing and much, much more.
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

12-22-96 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week features an intraconference battle between the Montreal Canadiens and the Tampa Bay Lightning.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

12-22-96 LCS: Cards and Collectibles
Each and every column, Jon will highlight a section of collectibles that he believes does not get the attention that it deserves and will review the latest card and collectible releases.
by Jon Nuckolls, Collector Guy

12-20-96 Hockey Pool Help
Each week the new LCS hockey pool expert, Joe Gulino, will give you the rundown on who's hot and who's not around the NHL. If you are serious about winning your hockey pool this season, you definitely don't want to miss this column.
by Joe Gulino, Hockey Pool Help Guy

12-19-96 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude. My poke checks will either be viewed as love taps or as an agitation for a fight.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

12-18-96 LCS: The Drinking Game Update
The rules of our game are very simple. Simply sit down in front of the ol' tube each and every "National Hockey Night" on ESPN and listen to Gary Thorne and Bill Clement call the came. Here's where it gets good. Each time you hear Bill Clement say the word "torque", down a drink of your favorite beverage.
by LCS: Guide to Hockey

12-17-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: League Investigating Injury Concerns
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

12-15-96 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's game features an interconference battle between the New Jersey Devils and the Edmonton Oilers.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosticator Guy

12-14-96 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

12-12-96 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude. My poke checks will either be viewed as love taps or as an agitation for a fight.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

12-11-96 LCS Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

12-11-96 LCS: Wacky Poem Corner
Lend an ear thou readers o' value; listen to Glenn and the message he brings you; but be warned; this ain't no usual feature; it contains elaborate verses poetic in nature.
by Glenn McCready, History Guy

12-10-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Rising Sun in Toronto
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

12-09-96 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

12-08-96 LCS: The Drinking Game Update
The rules of our game are very simple. Simply sit down in front of the ol' tube each and every "National Hockey Night" on ESPN and listen to Gary Thorne and Bill Clement call the came. Here's where it gets good. Each time you hear Bill Clement say the word "torque", down a drink of your favorite beverage.
by LCS: Guide to Hockey

12-07-96 LCS: Cards and Collectibles
Each and every column, Jon will highlight a section of collectibles that he believes does not get the attention that it deserves and will review the latest card and collectible releases.
by Jon Nuckolls, Collector Guy

12-06-96 LCS: Hey Look, We Can Read!
LCS so kindly gave me this space to talk about my two favorite things--chicken and doughnuts. No, wait, that's not right. Books and hockey. Well, specifically, books about hockey. This edition: Golden Brett: Hull Autobiography Right on Target.
by Jennifer Chu, Book Reviewer

12-05-96 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude. My poke checks will either be viewed as love taps or as an agitation for a fight.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

12-05-96 LCS Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

12-04-96 Hockey History with Glenn McCready
LCS is about to launch a new feature called "Hockey History with Glenn McCready". Glenn will be taking a look back over the history of the league to discuss the teams that are now just a memory like the Kansas City Scouts and Montreal Maroons.
by Glenn McCready, History Guy

12-03-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: The Phoenix Coyotes have been a howling success. Imagine what would happen if they could win a few more games.
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

12-02-96 LCS: The Drinking Game Update
The rules of our game are very simple. Simply sit down in front of the ol' tube each and every "National Hockey Night" on ESPN and listen to Gary Thorne and Bill Clement call the came. Here's where it gets good. Each time you hear Bill Clement say the word "torque", down a drink of your favorite beverage.
by LCS: Guide to Hockey

12-01-96 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's Games of the Week match up features matchups between four of the Original Six.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

11-28-96 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude. My poke checks will either be viewed as love taps or as an agitation for a fight.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

11-27-96 Hockey Pool Help
Each week the LCS hockey pool expert, J.J. Silverstein, will give you the rundown on who's hot and who's not around the NHL. If you are serious about winning your hockey pool this season, you definitely don't want to miss this column.
by J.J. Silverstein, Hockey Pool Guy

11-27-96 LCS Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

11-24-96 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL. Inside: New Surroundings All Aces for Bears.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

11-23-96 Heroes and Weasels
A bi-weekly feature that looks at the players who led their teams to victory and those who, well, are merely weasels. This edition features heroes galore.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

11-23-96 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's Game of the Week match up features the Chicago Blackhawks vs. the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, November 30.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosicator Guy

11-22-96 Nemirovsky Patient Young Panther
As if the Florida Panthers weren't doing well enough, there's more waiting in the wings. Literally. Last season the Panthers started the season with 19-year-old rookie David Nemirovsky on the roster. Though back in the AHL this season, the Panthers see promise in the young right wing.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

11-21-96 Two Minutes For Instigating
Welcome to a new feature to LCS: Guide to Hockey. It's the "NHL Notebook" with attitude. My poke checks will either be viewed as love taps or as an agitation for a fight.
by Chris Foreman, Correspondent

11-20-96 The West is Best!
The NHL standings are significantly distorted by geography. The West -- not the East -- has the better teams, I say, but the results don't reflect that because Western teams do three times the travel as Eastern teams. I think this is the reason the Western landscape is littered with "underachieving" teams and the reason that no west coast team has ever been able to win a Stanley Cup.
by Tom Benjamin, Featured Writer

11-21-96 Hockey History with Glenn McCready
LCS is about to launch a new feature called "Hockey History with Glenn McCready". Glenn will be taking a look back over the history of the league to discuss the teams that are now just a memory like the Kansas City Scouts and Montreal Maroons.
by Glenn McCready, History Guy

11-20-96 LCS Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

11-20-96 LCS: The Drinking Game Update
The rules of our game are very simple. Simply sit down in front of the ol' tube each and every "National Hockey Night" on ESPN and listen to Gary Thorne and Bill Clement call the came. Here's where it gets good. Each time you hear Bill Clement say the word "torque", down a drink of your favorite beverage.
by LCS: Guide to Hockey

11-19-96 Patrick Does It Again.
Pittsburgh GM Craig Patrick continued the purge today with a pair of deals. First they traded young center Chris Wells to the Florida Panthers in exchange for center Stu Barnes and defenseman Jason Woolley. The second deal featured Dmitri Mironov and Shawn Antoski getting moved to Anaheim in exchange for Alex Hicks and Fredrick Olausson.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

11-19-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Mario Tremblay, last season's hero, is now in danger of losing his head coaching job in Montreal.
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

11-18-96 Pittsburgh Purge?
Another game. Another dismal loss. This season has been a nightmare for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Now it seems that GM Craig Patrick has seen enough. The ax is about to fall, and few heads will be spared.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

11-16-96 Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's Game of the Week match up features the season series between natural geographic rivals, bordering each side of Lake Ontario, the Toronto Maple Leafs and Buffalo Sabres.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognositcator Guy

11-16-96 Official Notice: LCS Writer Pens Book About Rangers
John Kreiser, a regular LCS contributor, released a new book earlier this week entitled The New York Rangers: Broadway's Longest-Running Hit. The book takes a look back over the history of the storied franchise and the moments and men that have made its past so great. Buy it today!
by LCS: Guide to Hockey

11-15-96 LCS: Hey Look, We Can Read!
LCS so kindly gave me this space to talk about my two favorite things--chicken and doughnuts. No, wait, that's not right. Books and hockey. Well, specifically, books about hockey. This edition: The Coolest Guys On Ice.
by Jennifer Chu, Book Reviewer

11-14-96 LCS: The Drinking Game Update
The rules of our game are very simple. Simply sit down in front of the ol' tube each and every "National Hockey Night" on ESPN and listen to Gary Thorne and Bill Clement call the came. Here's where it gets good. Each time you hear Bill Clement say the word "torque", down a drink of your favorite beverage.
by LCS: Guide to Hockey

11-13-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: With their season nearly one-quarter done, the New York Rangers have emerged as the NHL's biggest puzzle.
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

11-12-96 LCS Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

11-11-96 Hockey Pool Help
Each week the LCS hockey pool expert, J.J. Silverstein, will give you the rundown on who's hot and who's not around the NHL. If you are serious about winning your hockey pool this season, you definitely don't want to miss this column.
by J.J. Silverstein, Hockey Pool Guy

11-10-96 LCS Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's Game of the Week match up features the Detroit Red Wings as they square off for the first time this season against the Colorado Avalanche.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosticator Guy

11-09-96 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL. Inside: New Surroundings All Aces for Bears.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

11-07-96 NHL News 'n' Notes
NHL news, notes, transaction and injury updates. News: Doug Gilmour reaches 700 assist plateau.
by Zippy, Wonder Chimp

11-06-96 LCS Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

11-05-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Mike Keenan and Pierre Turgeon could audition for the starring roles in the NHL's version of "The Odd Couple."
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

11-04-96 Heroes and Weasels
A bi-weekly feature that looks at the players who led their teams to victory and those who, well, are merely weasels. This week the goaltenders steal the spotlight.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

11-03-96 So Much for Simon...
On Saturday, November 2, Colorado GM Pierre Lacroix traded Simon, along with the always reliable Curtis Leschyshyn, to the Capitals in exchange for Keith Jones, a first-round pick in 1998, and a conditional fourth-round draft choice.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

11-02-96 Montreal Feels Aftermath of Turgeon Trade
In Montreal, transactions are always a big thing when it comes to hockey. The Canadians recent move is no different and Montreal fans and media have been busy criticizing Turgeon's departure,
by Jacques Robert, Montreal Correspondent

11-02-96 LCS Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's Game(s) of the Week match up features the Hartford Whalers and the Detroit Red Wings as the face-off for a double dose of inter-conference action.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosticator Guy

11-01-96 LCS: Hey Look, We Can Read!
LCS so kindly gave me this space to talk about my two favorite things--chicken and doughnuts. No, wait, that's not right. Books and hockey. Well, specifically, books about hockey. This edition: "A Day in the Life of the NHL".
Jennifer Chu, Book Reviewer

10-31-96 Opinions, Wonderment, and Other Assorted Chin Scratchers
The season is just underway, it seems, as the East Coast rakes its leaves and the West hopes and prays the first rain of the season doesn't slow down that morning commute. It may be early in the season, but Dan still has a few thoughts to share with you.
Dan Hurwitz, Featured Writer

10-30-96 LCS Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

10-29-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Mario Lemieux hasn't retired yet. The way he and the Pittsburgh Penguins are playing, it only seems that way.
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

10-27-96 AHL Update
Each week, LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news and notes from all around the AHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

10-26-96 Penguins Catch Klima
Pittsburgh Penguins GM Craig Patrick finally pulled the trigger on a trade, but it wasn't a deal many people expected. While their defense continues to struggle, Patrick acquired offense-minded right wing Petr Klima from the Los Angeles Kings for a conditional draft choice.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

10-26-96 LCS Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's Game(s) of the Week match up features the Philadelphia Flyers and Florida Panthers who met last season in an Eastern Conference Semifinal series.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosticator Guy

10-25-96 Disrespect Shows in Blind-side Hits
Nasty, dirty hits seem to be more and more common this season, even among players like Messier who have been well respected for years, and don't have a history of such cheap play. After the hit by Messier, concern has swept over the players, and there's a feeling that the League has to take much firmer action.
Dave Feete, Featured Writer

10-23-96 Lights, Camera... Faceoff!
Once again, I'm about to argue that a hockey team is in the wrong place. No, I don't mean the Whalers (though they certainly deserve to be taken off the endangered species list and moved elsewhere). This time, I'm talking about the Los Angeles Kings.
Dan Hurwitz, Featured Writer

10-23-96 LCS Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

10-22-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: Kirk Muller wanted out of Long Island because he wanted to be with a "winner," not a team that's rebuilding. Wonder how he's enjoying life in Toronto these days.
by John Kreiser, Featured Writer

10-21-96 Heroes and Weasels
A new bi-weekly feature that looks at the players who led their teams to victory and those who, well, are merely weasels. Updated on Mondays.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

10-20-96 Brown Brings Bite to Bulldogs
When Edmonton traded Bill Ranford to Boston last season, there was one player they really wanted in exchange, defenseman Sean Brown. The Bruins drafted Brown 21st overall in 1995 from the Belleville Bulls as a stay-at-home defenseman; but Brown also has a reputation as an enforcer, and in his final juniors season with Sarnia he demonstrated an offensive touch as well. Now developing with the Bulldogs of the AHL, it's only a matter of time before Brown appears in the NHL.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

10-19-96 LCS Game of the Week
Every Saturday Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. This week's Game of the Week matchup pins the expansion brethren of 1992, Ottawa and Tampa Bay, against each other for the first time during the 1996-97 campaign.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosticator Guy

10-19-96 New Season Blues
I've held my breath all summer in anticipation of the hockey season... actually, that's a lie... I'd be dead now if it were true. On the Flyers' opening night, the pyrotechnics in the Center seemed fitting, starting the season off with a bang. Well, that explosive beginning is really turning out to be a dull pop.
by Jennifer Chu, Correspondent

10-17-96 Beaufait's Scoring Continues as Solo Act
Orlando Solar Bears center Mark Beaufait had quite a year for himself last season. He is the kind of player that gives opposing coaches nightmares as they dream of ways to defend him. Sure, game plans have been created to stop Beaufait. But none have worked so far.
by Jason Sheehan, IHL Correspondent

10-16-96 Yee-haw!!! Islanders Sold to Texas Businessman
Texas multimillionaire John Spano announced on Thursday, October 10th that he closed a deal which will give him majority ownership of the New York Islanders. David Feete investigates what the sale might mean for the Islanders.
by David Feete, Featured Writer

10-16-96 Hockey Pool Help
Each week the LCS hockey pool expert, J.J. Silverstein, will give you the rundown on who's hot and who's not around the NHL. If you are serious about winning your hockey pool this season, you definitely don't want to miss this column.
by J.J. Silverstein, Hockey Pool Guy

10-16-96 Player of the Week
Another season another reason, to bust out a Player of the Week; Oh that hallowed prize, that piece of pie, for which all the players dream; They've scored some goals or stopped the show, but stats don't mean a thing; When you're kickin' it twice, with a 40 on ice, you're down with the LCS stylee.
by Matthew Secosky, Chimp B

10-15-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This Edition: In a hockey dictionary, there's a picture of Mike Gartner next to the word "consistent." No player in NHL history has produced so many goals on such a regular basis for so long.
by John Kreiser, Featured Columnist

10-14-96 AHL News
LCS AHL reporter Tricia McMillan presents the latest news from around the AHL. Updates on league news will be posted every Monday.
by Tricia McMillan, AHL Correspondent

10-13-96 Keenan and Gretzky Together Again
Every Friday (except this past one) Brian Wishnow forecasts which NHL contest will be bigger than the Monkees renunion tour. The first LCS Game of the Week for the 1996-97 season features the Blues and Ranger as the put on a show for the ages in the Big Apple.
by Brian Wishnow, Prognosticator Guy

10-10-96 Mightiest Whale Swims to Detroit
It's official. Brendan Shanahan is no longer a Whale. Which just goes to prove that with a little gutlessness and complaining, anything is possible. Shanahan was traded Wednesday, October 9, along with defenseman Brian Glynn to the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for Keith Primeau, Paul Coffey, and a 1997 first-round pick.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

10-08-96 In the Box
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events. This edition: Ron Wilson's season began with a World Cup title. Getting his team into the NHL playoffs may turn out to be a bigger accomplishment.
by John Kreiser, Featured Columnist

10-05-96 Goin' Whalin'
This is an article about the quest for the Great Whale. The Whale in question is none other than Brendan Shanahan, now former captain of the Hartford Whalers. After turning over the captaincy, the Great Whale may be sent to Detroit in exchange for Keith Primeau and Paul Coffey.
by Dan Hurwitz, Force for Cultural Hegemony

10-04-96 Holdouts o' Plenty
The NHL season is officially underway. But, just like last season, as the league gets the first few games of the 1996-97 season under its belt, it's leaving a few key players behind due to contractual disagreements.
by Jim Iovino, Ace Reporter

10-04-96 NHL Season Starts Truckin'
The weather is getting colder, people everywhere are picking up sticks, and soon knuckles will be bleeding. Yes, that's right, the NHL is back... either that or it's time for another LCS family reunion.
by Michael Dell, editor-in-chief

10-03-96 Russian Rocket Lights Fuse
Who's going to be the NHL's super-superstar this season? For my money the most exciting player in the NHL right now is the Vancouver Canucks' Pavel Bure.
by Carol Schram, Vancouver Correspondent

10-01-96 Le Coq Sportif's Hockey Pool Help
Each week the LCS hockey pool expert, J.J. Silverstein, will give you the rundown on who's hot and who's not around the NHL. If you are serious about winning your hockey pool this season, you definitely don't want to miss this column.
by J.J. Silversten, hockey pool guy

09-30-96 In the Box with John Kreiser
Every Tuesday John Kreiser takes you behind the scenes of the NHL to provide you with an insiders view of current league events.
by John Kreiser, Featured Columnist

09-30-96 CBC Helps Rekindle Rivalry
The Leafs and Habs are institutions in their own right. And this past Sunday, September 29, the glorious, and often bitter, relationship between these two storied franchises was chronicled in Forever Rivals on the CBC.
by Brad Ross, Toronto Correspondent

09-23-96 Gretzky Shut Out in Rangers Debut
Wayne Gretzky made his long-awaited Ranger debut Saturday night, September 21, against the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The teams skated to a 2-2 tie.
by Jason Sheehan, Washington Correspondent