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- King on CHL: World Junior power rankings
  
  Patrick King
  - October 31, 2011
  Jonathan Huberdeau continues to make a case, while Hurricanes prospect Ryan Murphy has gone cold.
- Regina Pats set their sights high
  
  Patrick King
  - October 28, 2011
- King on CHL: Why the Q needs new rinks
  
  Patrick King
  - October 26, 2011
- King on CHL: World Junior power rankings
  
  Patrick King
  - October 24, 2011
- King on Drakkar: Reversal of fortunes
  
  Patrick King
  - October 21, 2011
- King on CHL: Getting better with age
  
  Patrick King
  - October 20, 2011
- King on CHL: World Junior power rankings
  
  Patrick King
  - October 17, 2011
  Phillip Danault and Brandon Gormley are on opposite ends of the spectrum again this week.
- King on Blades: Round two in Saskatoon
  
  Patrick King
  - October 12, 2011
  With the Blades hosting the 2013 Memorial Cup, Saskatoon is quickly becoming junior hockey's Hockeytown.
- King on CHL: Three in the crease
  
  Patrick King
  - October 12, 2011
- King on CHL: World Junior power rankings
  
  Patrick King
  - October 10, 2011
  The Hamilton brothers are making a push for spots on Team Canada with a strong showing for Niagara this week.
- King on CHL: Giants roll after punches
  
  Patrick King
  - October 7, 2011
- King on CHL: From Cats back to Dogs
  
  Patrick King
  - October 4, 2011
  A day after the Panthers postponed his NHL aspirations, Jonathan Huberdeau is still hungry for a championship with Saint John.
- King: World junior power rankings
  
  Patrick King
  - October 3, 2011
- King on OHL's Oleksiak: Dual decision
  
  Patrick King
  - September 30, 2011
- King on CHL: Playing the waiting game
  
  Patrick King
  - September 28, 2011
- King on CHL: World Junior Power Rankings
  
  Patrick King
  - September 26, 2011
  A weekly rankings of the hopefuls trying to crack the annual world junior roster.
- King on WHL: Burning questions
  
  Patrick King
  - September 22, 2011
  How will the Winterhawks overcome the loss of their biggest stars? Find out more in our WHL preview.
- King on OHL: Burning questions
  
  Patrick King
  - September 21, 2011
  The Sting have the weapons to contend, but can they put it all together. More in our OHL preview.
- King on QMJHL: Burning questions
  
  Patrick King
  - September 20, 2011
- King on Domi: Southern comfort
  
  Patrick King
  - August 31, 2011
- King on Domi trade: Max-imum return
  
  Patrick King
  - August 30, 2011
  Kingston GM Doug Gilmour knew exactly what he was doing when he drafted and traded Max Domi.
- NHL Draft Diary: Draft day come, gone
  
  Liam Liston
  - June 28, 2011
- King on draft: Prospect reminds of Rinne
  
  Patrick King
  - June 23, 2011
- NHL Draft Diary: Managing expectations
  
  Liam Liston
  - June 20, 2011
  The question quite often asked to players outside of the first round is, 'What happens if you don't get drafted?'
- NHL Draft Diary: Liston looks forward
  
  Liam Liston
  - June 13, 2011
  As Liam Liston prepares for the NHL Entry Draft, the Wheat Kings' goalie shares the experience with Sportsnet.
- NHL Draft Diary: Wheat Kings prospect Liston
  
  Liam Liston
  - June 6, 2011
  As Liam Liston prepares for the NHL Entry Draft, the Wheat Kings' goalie shares the experience with Sportsnet.
- King at Memorial Cup: The turning point
  
  Patrick King
  - May 30, 2011
  Jacob DeSerres lifted up the Sea Dogs and carried them all the way to the title.
- King on Majors: Rare chance for the records
  
  Patrick King
  - May 26, 2011
  If there is anyone looking to make history in the final, it’s Justin Shugg.
- King on CHL: Playing it safe with Hishon
  
  Patrick King
  - May 25, 2011
- MasterCard Memorial Cup: Burning questions
  
  Patrick King
  - May 24, 2011
  What to look for in the fifth game of the MasterCard Memorial Cup round-robin stage.
- King on CHL: Generation gap
  
  Patrick King
  - May 23, 2011
- King on CHL: Glimpse of tourney past
  
  Patrick King
  - May 21, 2011
  A seven-game series between the Sea Dogs and Majors could be an ageless classic.
- MasterCard Memorial Cup: Burning questions
  
  Patrick King
  - May 19, 2011
  Examining several burning questions heading into the MasterCard Memorial Cup.
- Brophy on CHL: Memorial Cup memories
  
  Mike Brophy
  - May 18, 2011
  The NHL playoffs have been incredible, but there’s always something special about the Memorial Cup.
- MasterCard Memorial Cup: 2011 storylines
  
  Patrick King
  - May 18, 2011
  Looking at home-ice advantage and the Chynoweth connection at the MasterCard Memorial Cup.
- Knights, Spitfires top Memorial Cup teams
  
  Patrick King
  - May 17, 2011
  The Memorial Cup has showcased some of the finest junior teams in history, here are five of the best
- MasterCard Memorial Cup: Top 5 players
  
  Patrick King
  - May 17, 2011
  A look at some of the best all-time performances at the MasterCard Memorial Cup.
- Missing Rings: CHL teams who fell short
  
  Patrick King
  - May 16, 2011
  The Memorial Cup has a history of talent-laden teams that were unable to lift the trophy.
- King on CHL: A saving play for Owen Sound
  
  Patrick King
  - May 13, 2011
  The decision to start Jordan Binnington in net was a gamble that paid off for the Owen Sound Attack.
- King on QMJHL: The sting of defeat
  
  Patrick King
  - May 11, 2011
- King on CHL: No tomorrow for Winterhawks
  
  Patrick King
  - May 10, 2011
- King on CHL Draft: Elephant in the room
  
  Patrick King
  - May 6, 2011
  It remains to be seen whether the CHL can fix their imperfect draft system.
- King on WHL: Should've seen this coming
  
  Patrick King
  - May 5, 2011
  The Kootenay Ice are just four wins away from another MasterCard Memorial Cup berth.
- King on OHL final: Lay it on the line
  
  Patrick King
  - May 3, 2011
- King on CHL: Spitfires' Ellis graduates
  
  Patrick King
  - April 29, 2011
  As Ryan Ellis' OHL career comes to an end, so too does an era for the Windsor Spitfires.
- King on WHL: Home-ice disadvantage
  
  Patrick King
  - April 27, 2011
  Over the past two springs, Portland and Spokane have laid an old adage to rest.
- King on QMJHL: Regaining their identity
  
  Patrick King
  - April 26, 2011
- King on QMJHL: Lewiston eulogy on hold
  
  Patrick King
  - April 22, 2011
  A drop in attendance and economic challenges leaves Lewiston on the brink of survival.
- King on WHL: Chilliwack collateral damage
  
  Patrick King
  - April 21, 2011
- King on OHL: Spitfires dynasty continues
  
  Patrick King
  - April 18, 2011
- King on QMJHL: Selling Shawinigan's bid
  
  Patrick King
  - April 15, 2011
- King on QMJHL: Earning respect
  
  Patrick King
  - April 14, 2011
  The Victoriaville Tigres are earning respect with each passing game during their underdog run.
- King on CHL: Huberdeau punches his ticket
  
  Patrick King
  - April 13, 2011
- King on CHL: Shawinigan worthy winners
  
  Patrick King
  - April 8, 2011
- King on WHL: Musical chairs in Chilliwack
  
  Patrick King
  - April 7, 2011
- King on OHL: Hungry with the Wolves
  
  Patrick King
  - April 6, 2011
  Playing with his third OHL team in two seasons, Sgarbossa is striving with Sudbury in the playoffs.
- King on CHL: Bring on the bracket madness
  
  Patrick King
  - April 1, 2011
  March Madness is spilling over into the CHL with Victoriaville, Sudbury providing upsets.
- King on WHL playoffs: Familiar faces
  
  Patrick King
  - March 31, 2011
- King on QMJHL: Sea Dogs a class above
  
  Patrick King
  - March 23, 2011
- King on WHL: Blades ready to roll
  
  Patrick King
  - March 22, 2011
- King on OHL: Majors primed for a run
  
  Patrick King
  - March 21, 2011
  Taking a look at the Majors' chances as the Ontario Hockey League playoffs are set to begin.
- King on CHL: Life after Brayden
  
  Patrick King
  - March 18, 2011
- King on OHL: Cizikas’ road to recovery
  
  Patrick King
  - March 14, 2011
  Casey Cizikas finally appears in good spirits after mentally struggling with his severe hand injury.
- King on CHL: Battle for Victoria
  
  Patrick King
  - March 12, 2011
- King on CHL: The backstop to success
  
  Patrick King
  - March 11, 2011
  When Owen Sound lost their starting goalie, sophomore Jordan Binnington became their secret weapon.
- King on CHL: Who's hot, who's not
  
  Patrick King
  - March 7, 2011
  Several huge tilts headline the week ahead in the CHL.
- King on CHL: Leblanc’s balancing act
  
  Patrick King
  - March 4, 2011
- King on CHL: How the trades look so far
  
  Patrick King
  - March 3, 2011
- King on CHL: Who's hot, who's not
  
  Patrick King
  - February 28, 2011
- King on WHL outdoor game: Juniors' turn
  
  Patrick King
  - February 21, 2011
  The Calgary Hitmen and Regina Pats will make history with the first major junior outdoor game on Can
- King on WHL game: Winter wonderland
  
  Patrick King
  - February 20, 2011
  Players will realize dreams and create memories when they suit up Monday in the WHL's outdoor game.
- King on WHL: Crossing paths
  
  Patrick King
  - February 18, 2011
- King on OHL: Leafs prospect prospering
  
  Patrick King
  - February 17, 2011
- King on CHL: Who's hot, who's not
  
  Patrick King
  - February 14, 2011
- King on CHL: Meat and Potatoes
  
  Patrick King
  - February 11, 2011
- King on CHL: Jacob's ladder to success
  
  Patrick King
  - February 10, 2011
- King on CHL: Who's hot, who's not
  
  Patrick King
  - February 7, 2011
- King on OHL: Friends turned rivals
  
  Patrick King
  - February 4, 2011
- King on QMJHL: Shell game
  
  Patrick King
  - February 2, 2011
- King on Spokane Chiefs: End of the cycle
  
  Patrick King
  - January 28, 2011
- King on CHL doping: Court of public opinion
  
  Patrick King
  - January 26, 2011
  Players who test positive for a banned substance always carry that negative tag, sometimes unfairly.
- King on CHL: Who's hot, who's not
  
  Patrick King
  - January 24, 2011
- King on Top Prospects: Empty feeling
  
  Patrick King
  - January 20, 2011
  In a city desperate for any semblance of a top hockey prospect, only a smattering showed up to watch
- Brophy on CHL: Great opportunity for Prince
  
  Mike Brophy
  - January 18, 2011
  Shane Prince is looking to impress scouts as a replacement for the CHL/NHL Prospects Game.
- Spector on Top Prospects Game: It matters
  
  Mark Spector
  - January 17, 2011
  Unlike other professional all-star games, the CHL Top Prospects Game actually matters.
- King on CHL: Bull market
  
  Patrick King
  - January 12, 2011
  The frenzy on trade deadline day showed a big difference between deals this year and previous ones.
- King on CHL: Stealing the day
  
  Patrick King
  - January 11, 2011
- King on CHL: Who's hot, who's not
  
  Patrick King
  - January 10, 2011
  Players got right back into the thick of things in the CHL after the WJHC tournament.
- King on WJHC: Comeback kids
  
  Patrick King
  - January 6, 2011
- King on WJHC: Super setup
  
  Patrick King
  - January 4, 2011
- King on WJHC: U.S. outcoached by Canada
  
  Patrick King
  - January 4, 2011
- King on WJHC: No love lost
  
  Patrick King
  - January 2, 2011
- King on WJHC: Don't count out Finland
  
  Patrick King
  - January 1, 2011
- King on WJHC: Unhappy New Year's
  
  Patrick King
  - December 31, 2010
- King on WJHC: Tough decision for Rajala
  
  Patrick King
  - December 30, 2010
- King on WJHC: A rude welcoming
  
  Patrick King
  - December 30, 2010
  Fans showed a lack of class by booing Norway's junior team in a 10-1 loss to Canada.
- King on WJHC: Physical nature of the sport
  
  Patrick King
  - December 28, 2010
- King on WJHC: The price of fame
  
  Patrick King
  - December 27, 2010
- King on WJHC: Rivalry renewed
  
  Patrick King
  - December 27, 2010
  It isn't what it used to be but Canada-Russia is still one of the best rivalries in hockey.
- King on Team Canada: Burning Questions
  
  Patrick King
  - December 24, 2010
  Team Canada enters the WHJC in the unfamiliar role of underdog.

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