The Hockey Writers
The Hockey Writers is: 1) a top tier emerging media hockey resource 2) a collective of some of the best hockey writers on the Internet 3) a radio show 4) one of the best NHL Prospects resources on the net 4) a source for an in-depth look at the NHL 5) your first destination for 'meatier' hockey information
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Don Cherry's Impact on the Colorado Rockies
May 30th, 2018 Don Cherry is a Canadian icon. His "Coach's Corner" segments on Hockey Night in Canada broadcasts get great ratings due to his straightforward commentary. His Rock 'Em, Sock 'Em Hockey videos are best sellers, he makes celebrity endorsements and his name is on bars and restaurants across Canada. And he has the loudest selection...
Vladislav Tretiak: Goaltending Guru
April 9th, 2018 by Anatoliy Metter Over the last few decades, individuals such as Vladislav Tretiak have shaped the game of hockey in unbelievable ways. It has often been noted that Tretiak never had a fair shot to compete in the NHL back in the 1980s, but the Russian netminder changed the face of the game for future goaltenders in his fifteen-plus...
A Brief History of NHL Uniforms
April 3rd, 2018 Have you ever wondered why referees wear striped shirts, or teams have to wear contrasting colours? Then this is for you. Contrasting Colours in NHL Uniforms Hockey uniforms were very simple in the early days. Since most players also played football in the summertime, they simply borrowed these pants for hockey games, then added a...
Back to Back: Can The Beauts Repeat?
March 23rd, 2018 The title of back-to-back champions is a tale that only some of many sports teams get to tell. Historic franchises, such as the Montreal Canadiens and the Los Angeles Lakers, have repeated titles 11 times each. To win a title is hard enough, but to win two in a row is something dynasties are built on. The Buffalo Beauts of the National...
Art Ross Trophy | 5 Things You Didn't Know
March 9th, 2018 The Art Ross Trophy is awarded annually to the NHL's top scorer. While looking into this year's race we came across some unusual/little known facts: 1. Art Ross Was a Defenseman I had erroneously assumed that because the trophy that bears his name is for the league's top scorer, that Art Ross himself would have been a high scoring...
Canadiens Victor Mete Being Considered for the Olympics?
January 5th, 2018 This year, Olympic Men's Ice Hockey teams will largely consist of below NHL-level talent or younger players who have not gotten their NHL shot. Montreal Canadiens top prospect Victor Mete may not fall into those categories, but he could be in a class of his own - the only player on an Olympic Roster to have played this season in the...
