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Canucks: 5 Worst Jim Benning Trades

Adam Kierszenblat | January 28, 2023

Jim Benning was the general manager of the Vancouver Canucks from May 23, 2014 until Dec. 5, 2021. During his time as GM, he made questionable signings, free agents, and…

Paul Henderson: More Than Just “The Goal”

Greg Boysen | January 28, 2023

Paul Henderson is best remembered for being a Canadian hero during the Summit Series of 1972, but his career and life have more to offer than just eight games. He…

History of the Florida Panthers Captains

THW Archives | January 28, 2023

If you find yourself wearing a big “C” on your sweater, you can assume that you have reached the pinnacle of individual hockey success. Being named team captain is an…

Today in Hockey History: Jan. 28

Matthew Zator | January 28, 2023

Jan. 28 has been a good day for continuing streaks, however, one of the most impressive streaks in National Hockey League history came to an end on this date. Also,…

Shattenkirk Trade Was Key to Blues’ Success

Stephen Ground | January 27, 2023

The St. Louis Blues’ 2019 Stanley Cup victory seems in hindsight like the culmination of 10 years of sustained success. But a closer look at the decade shows that the…

Best NHL Players Not in the Hockey Hall of Fame

THW Archives | January 27, 2023

The 2021 Hockey Hall of Fame (HHOF) Class induction announcement caused a stir because of who was and was not included. I thought it would be interesting to dive into…

The Best of ‘Mr. Goalie’ Glenn Hall

THW Archives | January 27, 2023

In honour of Glenn Hall’s incredible accomplishments, we have pulled this beauty from the THW Archives, written by former THW contributor Mike Moore and originally published Oct. 23, 2010. It…

Today in Hockey History: Jan. 27

Matthew Zator | January 27, 2023

The top two scorers in National Hockey League history both had memorable nights on this date. Jan. 27 was a very busy date in Montreal, Toronto, and Pittsburgh. Some of…

Doug Armstrong’s Top 5 Trades as Blues General Manager

Ethan Carter | January 26, 2023

The St. Louis Blues will likely be sellers at the trade deadline; a position they haven’t been in in a while. They have had success in trades under general manager…

Nik Antropov’s Hockey Journey From Kazakhstan to the NHL

Spencer Lazary | January 26, 2023

You don’t see an NHL player from Kazakhstan every day but look no further than Nik Antropov. On Feb. 18, 1980, he was born in Oskemen, Kazakh SSR, Soviet Union; on…

5 NHL Records That Will Be Broken

Stephen Ground | January 26, 2023

The NHL is notorious for having many of the most unbreakable records in sports. This is due somewhat to the evolving rules, speed, and athleticism of the game, and in…

Revisiting Wayne Gretzky’s Time with the LA Kings

Quinn McLellan | January 26, 2023

Wayne Gretzky, the greatest player in hockey history. When people talk about him, they usually talk about his immense skill, his accomplishments, or how he led the Edmonton Oilers’ 80s…

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