Today in Hockey History: Sept. 12 Matthew Zator | September 12, 2023 On this date, one of the greatest NHL defensemen ever made history, even though his playing days were over. Also, a very popular and successful captain announced his retirement while…
12 of the Fastest Skaters Ever in the NHL Josh Bell | September 7, 2023 The NHL is getting faster. Gone are the days when hitting and grinding are enough to compete in the best league in the world. Now, speed and skill reign supreme.…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 3 Matthew Zator | September 3, 2023 This date has been very important for Hall of Fame defensemen. One of the best of his generation learned he was switching teams and perhaps the greatest of all time…
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 26 Matthew Zator | August 26, 2023 Aug. 26 is a date that is loaded with big names in NHL history. The Hockey Hall of Fame inducted three different classes. A legendary defenseman signed the biggest contract…
Bruins’ Rivalries Revisited: Toronto Maple Leafs Justin Caron | August 3, 2023 When the puck drops on the 2023-24 NHL season, the Boston Bruins will be celebrating their centennial. Joining the league as one of the Original Six, the Bruins have formed…
Derek “Turk” Sanderson: A Boston Legend THW Archives | August 3, 2023 Combine a gritty style of play with quick hands and fast feet, throw in a swagger that sat well with his movie-star good looks, mix well with his fair share…
10 Things You Never Knew About Hockey THW Archives | July 17, 2023 From the THW Archives, written by former contributor Alli Baker and originally published Feb. 16, 2015. So you think you know everything there is to know about hockey, eh? Well if…
Greatest NHL Player for Each Jersey Number THW Archives | July 10, 2023 Debates over great NHL players have been conducted for decades. People have debated over the greatest player to play each position, who the best goal scorer is, and who the…
NHL’s 10 Most Impressive Streaks Raymond Harrison | July 9, 2023 Numbers, stats, and figures are an integral part of the hockey viewing experience. The game is rife with scoring slumps, hot streaks, losing skids, and dynastic stretches of winning. The…
10 Teams With the Most NHL Awards Ryan Gagne | June 26, 2023 The annual NHL awards show is a special night when the league recognizes the extraordinary performances of the past season. Whether naming a league MVP, coach of the year, or…
Today in Hockey History: June 18 Matthew Zator | June 18, 2023 Although there have only been two games played on this date, there has still been plenty of National Hockey League history made over the years. One of the greatest players…
Today in Hockey History: June 12 Matthew Zator | June 12, 2023 Fans in Pittsburgh were given two huge reasons to celebrate on this date over the years. Also, on June 12, two of the greatest players in National Hockey League history…