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Today in Hockey History: May 15

Matthew Zator | May 15, 2024

May 15 goes down as one of the most intriguing dates in National Hockey League history. There was so much more than just the exciting moments on the ice that…

Lorne “Gump” Worsley: The Story of an Icon

THW Archives | May 14, 2024

Lorne “Gump” Worsley, born and raised in Montreal, was the last NHL goalie to play without a mask. “My face is my mask,” he would say, refusing to don facial…

Revisiting the Edmonton Oilers’ Dubious 2012 Draft After 12 Years

Brian Swane | May 14, 2024

Every year when the draft approaches, little is different than 13 years ago when the 2012 NHL Draft was all anyone in Edmonton talked about for months beforehand. There had…

Today in Hockey History: May 14

Matthew Zator | May 14, 2024

May 14 has been a very busy day in the history of the National Hockey League. This date has seen a little bit of everything between historic comebacks, series-clinching wins,…

Today in Hockey History: May 13

Matthew Zator | May 13, 2024

Today’s date is chock-full of great Stanley Cup playoff moments. May 13 has seen plenty of National Hockey League memories, including some epic comebacks, overtime history, and series-clinching wins. Let’s…

Grading Buffalo Sabres’ First-Round Picks in the Pegula Era

Matthew Morris | May 13, 2024

The Buffalo Sabres have made 18 first-round NHL Entry Draft selections since Terry Pegula purchased the franchise midway through the 2011 season. One would think the team used these to…

Today in Hockey History: May 12

Matthew Zator | May 12, 2024

This date has provided plenty of big postseason moments throughout the history of the National Hockey League. In addition, two Hall of Famers and all-time greats are celebrating birthdays today.…

Today in Hockey History: May 11

Matthew Zator | May 11, 2024

May 11 has proven to be a big date in the history of the National Hockey League. Some of its legendary players and coaches had big moments, some for the…

The Evolution of Brad Marchand

THW Archives | May 11, 2024

Boston Bruins left-winger Brad Marchand has developed himself from a fourth-line pest into one of the NHL’s premier scorers. His path to joining the NHL elite was atypical, however. According…

Today in Hockey History: May 10

Matthew Zator | May 10, 2024

The most famous goal in National Hockey League history was scored on this date. In addition, memories were made during dynastic runs in Montreal and New York while numerous teams…

Today in Hockey History: May 9

Matthew Zator | May 9, 2024

Today’s history lesson is full of great Stanley Cup Playoff memories, including exciting overtime goals, huge offensive performances, and big-time goaltending. Plus, a Hall of Famer and favorite in Motown…

Today in Hockey History: May 8

Matthew Zator | May 8, 2024

The teams from the Empire State have enjoyed quite a bit of success on this date throughout the years. May 8 has also provided some “Original Six” memories, big performances…