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Today in Hockey History: Dec. 17

Matthew Zator | December 17, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 16 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 18 This date in National Hockey League history was dominated by some guy in Edmonton who wore No. 99.…

Montreal Canadiens’ 2012 Draft Class Revisited

Shawn Wilken | December 16, 2025

In 2012, the Montreal Canadiens ushered in a new era with general manager Marc Bergevin joining the club and assuming responsibility of the team’s future. His tenure started with the…

2 of the Cheapest NHL Trades Ever

Andrew Forbes | December 16, 2025

So often we delve deep into the analytical side of trades in sports. Which players needed the change more? Which team is going to come out on top? Was there…

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 16

Matthew Zator | December 16, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 15 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 17 There is little doubt that the city of Montreal is responsible for some of the biggest moments and…

Revisiting the St. Louis Blues’ Trade for Andy McDonald

Andrew Willis | December 15, 2025

Dec. 14 marked the 18th anniversary of a major moment in St. Louis Blues history. On that day in 2007, forward Doug Weight was traded to the Anaheim Ducks for…

Revisiting the Dan Boyle Trade That’s Still Impacting the Lightning

Andrew Mulville | December 15, 2025

In 2022, the Tampa Bay Lightning competed in their first-ever Stanley Cup playoff series against their in-state rival Florida Panthers. The two teams have a long history of playing against…

New York Rangers and 99: When Gretzky Hung ‘Em Up

Scott Blair | December 15, 2025

The 1998-99 season was a special one in New York Rangers’ history. It was the last season Wayne “The Great One” Gretzky played hockey. It was a time of mixed…

Anaheim Ducks Jersey History

Jordan Reinhardt | December 15, 2025

*This archive was originally written by Austin Stanovich The Anaheim Ducks have worn quite a few jerseys during their relatively short history. Some of them have been among the most…

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 15

Matthew Zator | December 15, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 14 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 16 Dec. 15 was a very important date in National Hockey History as two legendary arenas hosted their first…

Revisiting Calder Trophy Seasons: Grant Warwick’s 1941-42 Season

Andrew Forbes | December 15, 2025

Born in Saskatchewan, hockey was practically a given for Grant ‘Knobby’ Warwick. Undersized in his time, Warwick was just five-foot-six and shy of 160 pounds, but he was built different…

Maple Leafs’ Draft Picks That Got Away

Peter Baracchini | December 14, 2025

The Toronto Maple Leafs team of the early 2000s was one of the most beloved by Leafs Nation. With names like Mats Sundin, Gary Roberts, Darcy Tucker, Bryan McCabe, Alexander…

Origins of Every NHL Team: Eastern Conference

Kyle Gipe | December 14, 2025

In the first of a two-part post, learn how the Eastern Conference grew to its current size of 16 teams. Through expansion, league merger, and relocation, the conference increased from…

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