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Khabibulin in the Hall?

Khabibulin in the Hall?

by Adam Proteau - November 11, 2011 1:45 PM EST

In the mailbag: is the Oilers goalie close to the Hall of Fame?; too much Crosby coverage?; and more.
Hello. This is the THN.com mailbag. You send in questions and I answer as many as I can, either here, in the THN magazine, or on THN Radio on NHL Home Ice.


Would Clemmensen help Jackets?

Would Clemmensen help Jackets?

by Adam Proteau - November 4, 2011 2:18 PM EDT

From Scott Clemmensen, to an obstruction crackdown, to hard-nosed hockey and more, Adam Proteau answers your questions.
Hey all. I know you guys have a job to do (sending me inquiries that I’ll answer here, in THN magazine and on THN Radio), but I’m not taking questions today.


What's wrong in Montreal?

What's wrong in Montreal?

by Adam Proteau - October 28, 2011 4:00 PM EDT

Should more changes happen in Montreal?; why are the Leafs so low in the Power Rankings?; and more.
It’s Friday. It’s the mailbag. You know the deal by now. Thanks for your submissions.  Adam, it seems Montreal has several problems.


Who is Joakim Lindstrom?

Who is Joakim Lindstrom?

by Adam Proteau - October 21, 2011 2:09 PM EDT

Where did the newest Av come from?; a rebuttal on last week's American-Canadian question; and more.
Greetings from THN.com mailbag land. Have you submitted a question and not seen it answered? Maybe I’ve answered it in The Hockey News magazine, or on THN Radio.


American Leafs?

American Leafs?

by Adam Proteau - October 14, 2011 11:50 AM EDT

Are the Leafs trying to become more American?; Columbus a playoff team?; wacky scheduling; and more.
The NHL season is in full swing and your questions are coming in as steadily as ever. Thanks for your curiosities. Here’s this week’s mailbag.


No NHL in Europe?

No NHL in Europe?

by Adam Proteau - October 7, 2011 2:10 PM EDT

In the mailbag: what's up with no NHL TV deal overseas?; why would you pick any one other than Boston to win?; and more.
The NHL is back. And so am I, answering your questions. As always, thanks for your submissions. Can’t get to all of them, but I appreciate the effort nonetheless.


Who wins the Calder?

Who wins the Calder?

by The Hockey News - September 30, 2011 2:40 PM EDT

Is Landeskog a good bet for rookie of the year? Why can't players hit goalies? Rundblad or Tarasenko?
A.P.'s away, so 'The Boys' (a.k.a. Ken Campbell and Ryan Kennedy) come out to play... Will Gabriel Landeskog win the Calder Trophy this season? Jean-Michel St.


Should the Oilers have taken Larsson?

Should the Oilers have taken Larsson?

by Adam Proteau - September 23, 2011 2:17 PM EDT

Were the Oilers right to pick Ryan Nugent-Hopkins?; don't forget Tom Cavanagh; and Chris Simon.
We’re almost at the start of another hockey season and I’m preparing for it by taking a vacation next week. That means my THN colleagues will be answering your questions in my stead, so keep on keepin’ on with the questions.


Are Thomas, Luongo Hall of Famers?

Are Thomas, Luongo Hall of Famers?

by Adam Proteau - September 16, 2011 4:14 PM EDT

Where's Wayne Gretzky? Will Kyle Turris re-sign with the Coyotes? Was Manon Rheaume a publicity stunt?
The NHL’s training camps are open – and with it, the volume of your questions is picking up. If you’re new to the THN mailbag, remember this: I do my best, but I can’t get to all the questions and I answer them here on THN.


Why hasn't Luke Schenn signed?

Why hasn't Luke Schenn signed?

by Adam Proteau - September 9, 2011 2:26 PM EDT

In this week's mailbag: why hasn't Burke locked up his prized defender?; are the Canucks really that good?; and more.
The countdown to the start of the regular season is on. Are you feeling excited yet? More importantly, are you feeling like you want to ask someone a hockey-related question and don’t know who to pose it to? If the answer is yes, send your inquiries to the usual address and I’ll do my best to get to them.


How good are the Avs?

How good are the Avs?

by Adam Proteau - September 2, 2011 2:40 PM EDT

In this edition of the mailbag: are the Avs closer to first or worst?; will the World Cup return?; and much more.
The cooler weather is a wonderful alarm clock for puck fans, waking us up to the coming hockey season. Hope everybody has a great and safe Labor Day weekend.


Recapping the Caps

Recapping the Caps

by Adam Proteau - August 26, 2011 1:30 PM EDT

A surprising question about the Capitals; an Oilers trade option?; the bear hug rule; and much more.
It’s Friday, Friday, THN.com mailbag on Friday! Rebecca Black, anyone? OK, I’m sorry for ruining your Friday with that reference.


Which team will win Game 4 of the Boston-New York series?




"Probably not. Their depth and our play right now...it doesn't look too good."

- Ottawa Senators captain Daniel Alfredsson, when asked if his team could come back from a 3-1 series deficit against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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