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: April 30 Matthew Zator | April 30, 2024 April 30 has been a very eventful day in National Hockey League history. An errant pass temporarily derailed a dynasty, multiple epic comebacks were completed, and records were set across…
Oilers’ 1999 Series vs. Stars: The Closest Sweep in Team History Brian Swane | April 28, 2024 Of the dozens upon dozens of postseason series that the Edmonton Oilers have played in their NHL history, their 1999 Western Conference Quarter-Finals match-up with the Dallas Stars is probably…
Today in Hockey History: March 5 Matthew Zator | March 5, 2024 Some of the greatest players in National Hockey League history had big moments on this date. The numbers 50 and 100 have come up repeatedly, there were some major assists…
Today in Hockey History: March 3 Matthew Zator | March 3, 2024 March 3 was a special day for one of the most successful families in National Hockey League history. A hectic day in Toronto included some legendary names on the move.…
Vancouver Canucks’ Best Trades With the Dallas Stars Scott Clarke | September 16, 2023 Welcome to the Vancouver Canucks best trades series. In this series, we at The Hockey Writers look back at the Canucks’ trading history with every NHL team and pick what we believe to be…
10 Best Non-American Draft Picks in Stars’ History Ryan Gagne | June 29, 2023 The Dallas Stars relocated to Texas in 1993 after 26 years as the Minnesota North Stars. Historically, they have been part of the NHL Amateur and Entry Draft since 1967,…
10 Best Goalies Drafted by the Stars Ryan Gagne | June 28, 2023 As one of the first expansion teams in 1967, the Dallas Stars (originally the Minnesota North Stars) have made 495 selections at the NHL Amateur/Entry Draft. Interestingly, only 10 percent…
Mike Modano – Superman on Ice THW Archives | June 7, 2023 When you think of American hockey, the name Mike Modano is practically a synonym. The Michigan native went on to collect records and accolades throughout his career that have yet…
10 Best Dallas Stars Playoff Runs in Franchise History Ryan Gagne | June 5, 2023 During the 2022-23 season, the Dallas Stars celebrated their 55th season in the NHL, wrapping up their 29th campaign in Texas after 26 years in the Minneapolis, Minnesota, area. Moreover,…
Today in Hockey History: June 3 Matthew Zator | June 3, 2023 One of the most memorable penalties in Stanley Cup Final history was called on this date. Also, June 3 was a hectic day for the front office in Motown and…
Dino Ciccarelli: From Undrafted to Underrated Hall of Fame Legend Ryan Szporer | February 8, 2023 To play against Dino Ciccarelli was to hate him. There can be no higher compliment paid to a player who made his living in the kitchens of opponents. However, even…