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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Change in roster philosophy the key to Rangers, Kings success]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/47333-Change-in-roster-philosophy-the-key-to-Rangers-Kings-success.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 May 2012 13:50:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[A turn to drafting and development, rather than simply throwing money at free agents, has the led to wins in New York in L.A. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Kings outmatch Coyotes, poised for Stanley Cup final]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/47305-Kings-outmatch-Coyotes-poised-for-Stanley-Cup-final.html</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 00:33:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[After another dominating win, it's clear the Los Angeles Kings are destined for the final and look unbeatable. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Rangers shot-blocking mentality bad for NHL]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/47283-Rangers-shotblocking-mentality-bad-for-NHL.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 12:18:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The New York Rangers are the only team left that only plays defense, so if they win the Stanley Cup, the league will be worse off. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Alex Ovechkin's evolving superstar status]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/47259-Alex-Ovechkins-evolving-superstar-status.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 10:29:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[He's been knocked and written off as an offensive dynamo, but Alex Ovechkin is following Steve Yzerman's career path. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Why Glendale will regret keeping Coyotes]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/47213-Why-Glendale-will-regret-keeping-Coyotes.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2012 16:12:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[While the Coyotes are a good story right now, the franchise still loses money and will cost the city of Glendale down the road. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Jerry Toppazzini's minor role had a major impact]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/47171-Jerry-Toppazzinis-minor-role-had-a-major-impact.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 12:50:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Goodbye, Jerry Toppazzini. You may not have been well known, but no player had a bigger impact on my love of the game. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Daniel Briere must be considered for 2014 Canadian Olympic team]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/47107-Daniel-Briere-must-be-considered-for-2014-Canadian-Olympic-team.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:25:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The prolific playoff scorer has proven he's a clutch performer, which would fit in well at the short tournament. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Braden Holtby pulling a Ken Dryden; will 2015 be first all-European Hall of Fame class?]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/47074-Braden-Holtby-pulling-a-Ken-Dryden-will-2015-be-first-allEuropean-Hall-of-Fame-class.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:54:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[A number of goalies have been leading their teams in these playoffs so far, none more unexpected than Holtby; and 2015 Hall of Famers. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Early exits will lead to unpredictable off-season]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/46981-Early-exits-will-lead-to-unpredictable-offseason.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[With a number of contenders having their season come to an abrupt finish, the summer theater will be intriguing to watch unfold. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Why the Oilers should keep the No. 1 pick and take Nail Yakupov]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/46922-Why-the-Oilers-should-keep-the-No-1-pick-and-take-Nail-Yakupov.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:27:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Trading away the opportunity to select the best player available would be a bad idea for the still-rebuilding Oilers. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[NHL being dragged back into the dark ages]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/46782-NHL-being-dragged-back-into-the-dark-ages.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:40:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Hard-headed violence is quickly returning to the game because the league allows it to, but it's worse off for it. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Butch Bouchard a cherished captain in Montreal Canadiens history]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/46741-Butch-Bouchard-a-cherished-captain-in-Montreal-Canadiens-history.html</link>
		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Apr 2012 19:48:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Emile 'Butch' Bouchard, who came to the Canadiens while the organization was at a crossroads, passed away at 92 Saturday. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Shea Weber non-suspension a missed opportunity for the NHL]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/46706-Shea-Weber-nonsuspension-a-missed-opportunity-for-the-NHL.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:55:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[By choosing to only fine Shea Weber, the NHL missed a chance to send a message about egregious play early. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Edmonton Oilers one step closer to contending]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/46625-Edmonton-Oilers-one-step-closer-to-contending.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2012 22:25:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[After taking the No. 1 pick by winning the draft lottery Tuesday, the Oilers move closer to becoming a playoff team. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Poor management sinks Canadian franchises]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/46223-Poor-management-sinks-Canadian-franchises.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Apr 2012 15:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Rather than needing a competitive dollar or any other economical help, Canadian teams just need to be handled competently. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Rewarding divisional winners hurts NHL]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/45862-Rewarding-divisional-winners-hurts-NHL.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:25:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[It's time to stop guaranteeing a divisional winner a top three spot in order to create a better stretch drive and first round matchups. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Five Friday thoughts]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/45723-Five-Friday-thoughts.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[How Tortorella should have handled the Devils; NHL propping up more than just Coyotes; and more. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[CWHL Clarkson Cup preview]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/45658-CWHL-Clarkson-Cup-preview.html</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2012 15:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Meghan Agosta's ascension to becoming the best women's player in the world is nearly complete; plus a preview of the CWHL playoffs. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Graham James plaque returned to The Hockey News]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/45568-Graham-James-plaque-returned-to-The-Hockey-News.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 12:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Graham James, sentenced to two years in prison on Tuesday, had his 1989 Man of the Year honor revoked earlier this season and returned the plaque]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Mississauga Rebels defeat Connor McDavid's Toronto Marlboros in OHL Cup final]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/45508-Mississauga-Rebels-defeat-Connor-McDavids-Toronto-Marlboros-in-OHL-Cup-final.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2012 08:55:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[In the midget-aged showcase featuring NHL stars of tomorrow, it was an unlikely champion who took down Goliath. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Major junior veterans should get shot at pro hockey]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/45462-Major-junior-veterans-should-get-shot-at-pro-hockey.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:25:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[If major junior-aged players are ready for pro hockey and it's the best for their development, the CHL and NHL shouldn't hold them back. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Connor McDavid seeking exceptional player status for OHL draft]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/45349-Connor-McDavid-seeking-exceptional-player-status-for-OHL-draft.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 12:41:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The 15-year-old McDavid is trying to be the second player in as many years to be drafted a year early, while 16-year-old teammate Josh Ho-Sang is also one to watch]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Thoughts on 30 NHL teams]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/45267-Thoughts-on-30-NHL-teams.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2012 17:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The difference between Stamkos and Ovechkin; another reason why Ken Holland is the best GM; and more. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Maple Leafs, Canadiens in need of major makeover]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/45204-Maple-Leafs-Canadiens-in-need-of-major-makeover.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">45204</guid>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Remember when Leafs-Habs games used to mean something? Now both teams are a mess. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Trade deadline winners and losers]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/45133-Trade-deadline-winners-and-losers.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:09:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The Sabres made a splash with Cody Hodgson, while the Calgary Flames remain stuck in neutral. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Jeff Carter trade starts Blue Jackets rebuild, adds scoring to goal-starved Kings]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/45022-Jeff-Carter-trade-starts-Blue-Jackets-rebuild-adds-scoring-to-goalstarved-Kings.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:15:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The Blue Jackets start down a long path, while the Kings add scoring and have a hunger for more. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Is Rick Nash worth a superstar return?]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44919-Is-Rick-Nash-worth-a-superstar-return.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:10:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[If the Blue Jackets trade their superstar they'll have to get a lot in return, but is it worth it to any of his suitors? -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Will the Coyotes stay in Phoenix?]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44868-Will-the-Coyotes-stay-in-Phoenix.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[After a couple years of relocation speculation, will the Coyotes end up staying, or possibly move to Seattle? -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Lack of discipline, great winning streaks]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44782-Lack-of-discipline-great-winning-streaks.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Brendan Shanahan needs to step up; Leafs no surprise; comparing the Wings to other streaks; and more. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Tim Thomas should discuss his beliefs]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44719-Tim-Thomas-should-discuss-his-beliefs.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Tim Thomas has every right to express his opinions, but if he is going to use his celebrity to do it, he must talk about it. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Gagner only had seven points]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44586-Gagner-only-had-seven-points.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The third point of Sam Gagner's magical eight-point night shouldn't have counted...and Yakupov's suspension unjust.  -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Senators caught between rebuild and playoff push]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44551-Senators-caught-between-rebuild-and-playoff-push.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:24:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[With the trade deadline closing in, how active will the Senators be and how much of their future would they sacrifice? -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Post-all-star storylines]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44463-Postallstar-storylines.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:23:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Who will win the Hart Trophy?; what will happen with Sidney Crosby?; ownership issues; and more. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Ovechkin, Lidstrom and Selanne should all be at All-Star Game]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44419-Ovechkin-Lidstrom-and-Selanne-should-all-be-at-AllStar-Game.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:25:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Ovechkin is taking a lot of flak for his decision to skip (and rightfully so), but fervor should be pointed at Lidstrom and Selanne. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Admiring Thomas' stance]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44352-Admiring-Thomas-stance.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:25:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The Bruins goalie will be chastised for his decision not to join his teammates at the White House, but he should be commended for being a conscientious dissenter]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[The impact of back-to-back games]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44348-The-impact-of-backtoback-games.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:05:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[When teams play games on consecutive nights, what are their records in the back end? -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Why the Lightning and Canadiens should trade coaches]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44286-Why-the-Lightning-and-Canadiens-should-trade-coaches.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:47:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[With both the Habs and Bolts struggling, perhaps a coach exchange would improve their fortunes. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Yzerman must fix Lightning's goaltending woes]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44187-Yzerman-must-fix-Lightnings-goaltending-woes.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Steve Yzerman made a mistake in signing Dwayne Roloson in the off-season, but is making a bigger one in sticking with him now. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Cammalleri, Bourque seek fresh starts after trade]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44131-Cammalleri-Bourque-seek-fresh-starts-after-trade.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:15:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Mike Cammalleri's comments may or may not have hastened his trade out of town, but the Montreal-Calagry deal is risky both ways. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[NHLPA positions itself for CBA negotiations]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/44041-NHLPA-positions-itself-for-CBA-negotiations.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:16:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The rejection of the NHL's realignment proposal was the first sign of tough negotiating tactics. But it shouldn't come as a surprise. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Burke's illogical pro-fighting stance]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/43990-Brian-Burkes-illogical-profighting-stance.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 12:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[While the Maple Leafs GM thinks the game is going in the wrong direction, this author sees nothing wrong with Colton Orr's NHL days likely coming to an end]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Five issues for 2012]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/43889-Five-issues-for-2012.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2012 11:08:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Looking ahead to the New Year, Ken Campbell writes about the CBA, the Coyotes, award winners and more. -  ]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[THN's 2011 player of the year]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/43827-THNs-2011-player-of-the-year.html</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 12:33:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[A Vezina Trophy, the all-time save percentage record, a Stanley Cup and a Conn Smythe. And now, THN's 2011 MVP award. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Top youngsters belong in NHL, not WJC]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/43743-Top-youngsters-belong-in-NHL-not-WJC.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 10:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The idea that Canada's best junior players are in the NHL is flawed, because they aren't junior players. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Unnecessary talk]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/43655-Unnecessary-talk.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:55:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[Why must new Canadiens coach Randy Cunneyworth speak French? And Why must cut world junior players speak at all?  -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Martin firing opens door to more change in Montreal]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/43626-Martin-firing-opens-door-to-more-change-in-Montreal.html</link>
		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Dec 2011 13:17:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens weren't built for Jacques Martin's style and his dismissal means more could be on the way. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Chris Pronger's career in jeopardy]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/43605-Chris-Prongers-career-in-jeopardy.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 09:50:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The tough as nails Flyers defenseman has played through all kinds of injuries over the years, but he may not be able to come back from this one]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Darryl Sutter would be poor choice to replace Terry Murray]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/43529-Darryl-Sutter-would-be-poor-choice-to-replace-Terry-Murray.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:05:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[If the Kings move on with a recycled Sutter on the bench, the results won't be an improved team. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Leafs sale means Toronto one step closer to second NHL team]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/43507-Leafs-sale-means-Toronto-one-step-closer-to-second-NHL-team.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 11:47:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The Pension Plan wasn't about to give up its monopoly, but Rogers and Bell would love the additional content. -  ]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Ken Campbell]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Canadiens trade for a declining Tomas Kaberle]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/43469-Canadiens-trade-for-a-declining-Tomas-Kaberle.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:42:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ken Campbell's Column.]]></category>
		<description><![CDATA[The Canadiens added another flawed contract in hopes the player will rise again, but that plan didn't work out with Scott Gomez, so why woul]]></description>
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