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Jacques Plante: The Man in the Fiberglass Mask

Jacques Plante: The Man in the Fiberglass Mask

January 17th, 2021 The month of November is perhaps the most important for any present-day goaltender guarding the crease in the National Hockey League – but most might not even know why.  It was during that month back in 1959 that the position changed forever, thanks to a 6-foot, 175-pound man from Quebec. Advancement in Goalie Gear Was Slow in...
Most Games Played By A Goalie in One NHL Season

Most Games Played By A Goalie in One NHL Season

January 17th, 2021 Marc Denis can proudly say that he etched his name into the hockey history book somewhere. He's earned a spot on this list of most games played by a goalie in one NHL season. As research and skepticism seems to grow on the topic of goalie fatigue, it sure seems like many of the names on this list won't be bumped off anytime...
Red Wings' Top 5 Defensemen of All Time Ranked

Red Wings' Top 5 Defensemen of All Time Ranked

January 16th, 2021 The Detroit Red Wings are about as decorated as an NHL franchise can be. While legendary forwards like Gordie Howe and Steve Yzerman dominate the team's record books, the Red Wings have also been home to a vast collection of talented defensemen across the decades. Related: A Look Back at the Career of Jimmy Thomson Throughout this...
Fuhr Suspension Helped Pave Way for NHL Drug Policy

Fuhr Suspension Helped Pave Way for NHL Drug Policy

January 15th, 2021 The response was swift and harsh and not even the cat-like reflexes of Grant Fuhr could stop it. On Sept. 27, 1990, NHL president John Ziegler imposed a one-year suspension - without pay - on the Edmonton Oilers' goaltender after he admitted to using an illegal "substance" in an interview with the Edmonton Journal,...
The 8 Best Defensive Forwards in Hockey History

The 8 Best Defensive Forwards in Hockey History

January 15th, 2021 To many, high scoring, firewagon hockey carries the highest degree of entertainment. While others, this author included, prefer the bite-your-nails-to-the-knuckle closeness of a hard-fought, tactically masterful, defensive battle. Though many may not realize it while clamoring for larger nets, the elimination of the offside whistle and...
The Day the Mark Messier Era Ended in New York

The Day the Mark Messier Era Ended in New York

January 14th, 2021 A decade of futility for the New York Rangers that started in the late 1990's began with one event in July of 1997. It wasn't a game the Rangers lost, a trade they made, or a free agent they signed (although there would be many to follow). No, the day that led to seven straight non-playoff seasons for the Broadway Blueshirts was the...
Winnipeg Jets Logo History

Winnipeg Jets Logo History

January 11th, 2021 The Winnipeg Jets have always been a bit of an odd bunch in the aesthetics department. Their World Hockey Association days saw them change their uniforms nearly every single year. Once they reached the National Hockey League, they wore a stolen jersey template for an entire decade. The return of the Jets to Winnipeg in 2011 saw 15...
Top 3 Wingers in Blackhawks History

Top 3 Wingers in Blackhawks History

January 10th, 2021 In hockey, wingers have a simple job: score goals. As easy as it sounds, it takes a lot to be a top winger in the NHL. The Chicago Blackhawks are lucky to have had plenty of strong wingers throughout the history of their franchise, but a few stand out much more than the others. Here is a look at the best of the best. 3....
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