The NHL Experts blog is a collaboration of voices from around and inside the game of hockey. With viewpoints ranging from the press box to the front office, the Experts blog will offer unique perspectives for the duration of the NHL playoffs to keep readers informed of significant storylines in all aspects of the game.
If the Detroit Red Wings accomplish Thursday night what just three teams in NHL history have achieved before -- winning a best-of-seven series they had trailed 3-0 -- it just may be because they have the best player in the world on their side.
