Battle of California - Kings, Sharks, and Ducks

Before the madness of the WCF tonight (stupid stupid freakin' Oilers), it's time to hand out the grades for the Sharks' players, coaches, and management. Today's installment -- the top two lines:F...

So, the first volley has been fired in the true Battle of California (at least for this season -- sorry James, but the Queens aren't ready...yet), and Sleek's probably on his way back from the...

There's nothing quite like smacking the Red Wings around -- except when you smack them around by scoring NINE unanswered goals and watch dejected Red Wings fans suffer from hecklers all around...

HockeyFights has video of Patrick Marleau fighting (and winning) against Keith Ballard from the 4-1 victory over Phoenix. Enjoy!

For everyone who thinks a Patrick Marleau deal is imminent, please stop the ridiculous rumor-mongering (similar to anyone who thinks Vinnie Lecavalier, Brad Richards, or Martin St. Louis are...

Checking in from the 2007 San Jose Grand Prix. No Patrick Marleau sitings yet, but I have a feeling I will not be able to get too close for his "start your engines" call tomorrow. The race is on...

It's not Montreal. It's not Toronto. It's not Boston. Patrick Marleau's not going anywhere.Part of me's relieved because I know that prior to last season, he'd been the Sharks most consistent...

There is one very simple reason why I'm not an NHL General Manager: I would have refused to draft both Joe Thornton and Patrick Marleau. Why, you may ask? Because they both looked like idiots when...