Nathaniel Oliver
Buffalo Beauts lead writer for "The Hockey Writers". Credentialed for Buffalo Beauts/NWHL and the 2018 IIHF World Junior Championships in Buffalo, NY, USA. Born and raised in Buffalo, NY. Lifelong hockey fan for over 35-years. Proponent of the women's game.
Author's Posts
The Lighter Side of Women's Hockey
April 15th, 2019 There is a great deal of truth to the notion that "laughter is the best medicine". What is unfortunate in this day and age is that smiling and laughter oftentimes take a back burner to strife and discouragement. Well, we are going to try and change that - even if it is momentarily. If this article can put a smile on your face, then...
MODO’s Peslarová is Excited for 3-Year Extension
April 2nd, 2019 Have no fear, - Klára Peslarová is here! The standout Czech goaltender will continue playing with MODO for at least three more seasons. Word was released back on Feb. 27, 2019 that Peslarová was extended by MODO, and signed a new contract carrying her through 2021-22. THW was able to get caught up with Peslarová once the 2018-19...
CWHL Folds: What’s Next for Women’s Hockey?
April 1st, 2019 On the morning of Sunday Mar. 31, 2019, word was released that the Canadian Women's Hockey League (CWHL) would cease operating as of May 1. The news sent shock waves through the women's hockey community, with players, coaches, and fans alike pondering not only how this could happen, but where would things go from here? In a move of...
Beauts Nearly Sweep 2019 NWHL Awards
March 25th, 2019 The Buffalo Beauts have taken home a sizable chunk of 2019's NWHL hardware. The remaining three award winners for the league's Goaltender of the Year, Defender of the Year, and Most Valuable Player were announced on Mar. 25, 2019. The Beauts grabbed all three. Additionally, Buffalo players were the recipients of the NWHL Players...
One for the Ages: Sergei Zubov’s 1993-94 NHL Season
March 23rd, 2019 There were numerous moments that made the ending of a 54-year-old Stanley Cup drought by the 1993-94 New York Rangers unforgettable. When people think back on that particular team and what it was comprised of, certain players and moments come to mind more than others. The captain - "The Messiah" - Mark Messier and his bold prediction...
One for the Ages: Roger Crozier’s 1970-71 NHL Season
March 17th, 2019 There was no player more valuable to the Buffalo Sabres in their first two or three years of the franchise than the acrobatic Roger Crozier. Oftentimes heralded as "The Artful Dodger" in between the pipes for the Sabres, the diminutive 5-foot-8, 160-pound goaltender truly lived up to the moniker. If you watch old footage of Crozier's...
