Greg Boysen
Passionate hockey fan. An avid believer that speed and skill beat size and grit. Former site manager and head writer at Blackhawk Up, Second City Hockey and Let's Go Hawks. Father of two pugs, a history geek and lover of listening to music on vinyl.
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Prospects News & Rumors: Woolley, Struthers & Foerster
July 13th, 2020 The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) gets the spotlight today. As we go around the league, we check in on a defenseman who is doing great things within his community. Plus, a familiar last name to OHL fans signs on and we profile one of the best shots in this year’s National Hockey League Entry Draft class. Woolley Leading On and Off...
Today in Hockey History: July 13
July 13th, 2020 July 13 has been all about returning to sites of great success throughout National Hockey League history. A handful of Hall of Fame players and coaches made return trips to teams they were either drafted by or hoisted Stanley Cups for. An Early Blockbuster Trade Less than three months after winning the Stanley Cup, the Detroit Red...
Today in Hockey History: July 12
July 12th, 2020 On this date, the Detroit Red Wings made an addition to their front office that helped change the direction of the franchise. Also, Canada started to build their roster for some of the most memorable hockey games ever played. Red Wings Change Leadership On July 12, 1982, the Red Wings named Jim Devellano as their new general...
Prospects News & Rumors: USNTDP Showcase, USHL & Commesso
July 11th, 2020 As the National Hockey League is preparing to get back to action, junior leagues across North America are still trying to figure out when they can return to business as usual. The top junior league in the United States is hoping to start on time while a top showcase received some bad news. USNTDP Showcase in Trouble The COVID-19...
Today in Hockey History: July 11
July 11th, 2020 The Pittsburgh Penguins traded away one of the greatest players in their franchise history on this date. Plus, a pair of Hockey Hall of Famers were born who won three Stanley Cups between them. Penguins Trade Jagr Changing addresses were nothing new to Jaromir Jagr, who played for nine different teams during his 24-season NHL...
Today in Hockey History: July 10
July 10th, 2020 July 10 saw a big trade between two “Original Six” franchises that saw one of them obtain the greatest goal scorer in their team's history. Also, two current stars inked new contracts and one of the greatest goaltenders of all-time came out of retirement. A Legendary Swap On July 10, 1957, the Boston Bruins and Detroit Red...
