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	<title><![CDATA[The Hockey News]]></title>
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	<description><![CDATA[The Hockey News has been providing the most comprehensive coverage of the world of hockey since 1947.]]></description>
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	<copyright>2007 Medias Transcontinental</copyright>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Nightmare contracts]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/28248-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Nightmare-contracts.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 09:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network host looks at each of the 30 NHL teams and the deals that will come back to bite them. - As teams set their rosters on the final day of September, you can only imagine what kind of thoughts are going through the minds of 30 GMs after lengthy internal debates with assistants, scouts, their kids and maybe the family dog, too]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Biron still working towards No. 1 job]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/27353-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Biron-still-working-towards-No-1-job.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:22:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Despite leading the Flyers to the conference final in 2008, Martin Biron still couldn't find a No. 1 this summer, but he's still planning on landing that long-term deal]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Two weeks of covering the Cup final]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/26792-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Two-weeks-of-covering-the-Cup-final.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:39:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network host writes about the times had on the road from Detroit to Pittsburgh and everything in between, while covering the seven-game series]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Tracking T.J. Oshie's rise]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/24915-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Tracking-TJ-Oshies-rise.html</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:25:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network host looks back at the Traverse City prospect tourney, where he first got a glimpse at the Blues rookie who's taken St. Louis by storm]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Searching for an affordable No. 1 goalie]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/24676-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Searching-for-an-affordable-No-1-goalie.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:54:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network host discusses Josh Harding as a fit in Colorado, crease crashers becoming an issue and why Rod Brind'Amour isn't done yet. - If someone were to ask you - name one team that needs a goaltender for next year - which team would you pick?
For me, the answer is pretty obvious: the Colorado Avalanche]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: What's a Tim Thomas worth?]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/22865-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Whats-a-Tim-Thomas-worth.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 10:10:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network host explains what the Bruins goalie means to his team and what the odds are he'll be back in Beantown next season. - Tim Thomas will win the Vezina Trophy this year]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: The NHL's wacky Saturday night]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/19198-Brian-Duffs-Blog-The-NHLs-wacky-Saturday-night.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:13:00 -0400</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network host looks at Saturday's full slate, with shutouts, penalty shots, last-minute heroics and more. - Unbelievable is the most overused word in sports]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Melrose tirade great for broadcasters]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/18403-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Melrose-tirade-great-for-broadcasters.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:52:35 -0400</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network host examines the pros and cons of Tampa coach Barry Melrose's comments in Prague.  - Call it a case of Torts and the Hair.
&amp;ldquo;Our goalie gives us a chance after two periods and we can't put 20 minutes of disciplined, hard hockey together,&amp;quot; said the Lightning coach in an expletive-filled tirade]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Osgood deserves better]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/15970-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Osgood-deserves-better.html</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2008 13:45:22 -0400</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network host explains why Detroit's goaltender continues to undeservedly get the short end of the respect stick. - What did Chris Osgood do to warrant this lack of respect? 
Is it possible that in three short weeks he&amp;rsquo;ll be hoisting the Cup for a third time, perhaps with a record of 14-0, and there will still be a significant collection of fans and media alike suggesting he is only a winner by association?
Look, I&amp;rsquo;m the first to admit there were many times when the Osgood/No Good punch line seemed to roll off the tongue with great regularity, but isn&amp;rsquo;t it time we all got over some of the past long-range shots and bad goals that are part of every goaltender&amp;rsquo;s career?
The 1995-96 season was a long time ago]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Home ice not so sweet]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/14703-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Home-ice-not-so-sweet.html</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2008 10:37:04 -0400</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network and radio host Brian Duff notes that home ice isn't always an advantage and mentions a few debatable points. - As the NHL boasts about record attendance in the month of March, home teams are doing precious little to reward their faithful fans]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Mike Richards contract will be critical moving forward]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/14204-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Mike-Richards-contract-will-be-critical-moving-forward.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2008 11:41:23 -0400</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network host explains why the Flyers sophomore's long-term extension will be the measuring point many other deals are compared to. - When Mike Richards signed a 12-year contract extension worth $69 million dollars in December, an important standard was set]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Real bravery should be honored]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/13226-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Real-bravery-should-be-honored.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2008 13:21:56 -0500</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network and radio host talks about his experence meeting two Canadian Forces members at a recent game and why paying tribute is not a bad thing]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Thomas Vanek set up for failure]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/12553-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Thomas-Vanek-set-up-for-failure.html</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2008 11:48:21 -0500</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The NHL Network and radio host explains why the Sabres frontman was put in a situation where success would be a challenge. - At 23-and-a-half, he had the world by the tail]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Getting a few things off my chest]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/11855-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Getting-a-few-things-off-my-chest.html</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Dec 2007 11:59:00 -0500</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[NHL Network and radio host Brian Duff explores some aspects of the game he'd rather not see anymore. - Enough with the formal columns, it&amp;rsquo;s time for an all-over-the-map rant about a few things I have observed and unfortunately, in some cases, continue to observe all too frequently in the NHL]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Will underrated Stillman cash in?]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/11231-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Will-underrated-Stillman-cash-in.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 14:16:44 -0500</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[NHL Network host Brian Duff looks at Cory Stillman and how much he might get as a UFA this summer. - As of mid-November this forward was ninth in NHL scoring, third in points per game, sixth in goals per game and second in game-winning goals]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Thoughts on the Big E]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/10975-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Thoughts-on-the-Big-E.html</link>
		<pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2007 11:02:55 -0500</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[NHL Network personality Brian Duff provides his take on Eric Lindros's controversial career. - In order for elite athletes to achieve ultimate success, a certain amount (more for some, less for others) of selfishness is required]]></description>
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		<author><![CDATA[ Brian Duff]]></author>
		<title><![CDATA[Brian Duff's Blog: Goals-against down, winning games up]]></title>
		<link>http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/10505-Brian-Duffs-Blog-Goalsagainst-down-winning-games-up.html</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2007 12:46:50 -0400</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[NHL Network personality Brian Duff says defense still wins and using the backup goalie isn't that bad at all. - It&amp;rsquo;s still all about defense]]></description>
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