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Jake Muzzin’s Maple Leafs Legacy: Leadership, Grit & Loyalty

The Old Prof | September 12, 2024

Jake Muzzin’s journey to becoming a beloved defenseman for the Toronto Maple Leafs is a story of grit, resilience, and undeniable leadership. Born in Woodstock, Ontario, Muzzin’s path to the…

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 12

Matthew Zator | September 12, 2024

On this date, one of the greatest NHL defensemen ever made history, even though his playing days were over. Also, a very popular and successful captain announced his retirement while…

Remembering an Old Friend: Buffalo’s Memorial Auditorium

Jeff Seide | September 12, 2024

An electric atmosphere. Great sightlines. Lively glass panels and boards that would rattle and reverberate from solid body checks. There was so much to love about Buffalo’s Memorial Auditorium. We…

NHL Goalies with the Most Saves in a Game

Ryan Gagne | September 12, 2024

According to NHL.com and HockeyReference, the league did not officially keep track of shots on goal until the 1959-60 season. Interestingly, the six teams averaged 31.6 shots a game during…

Daily Hockey Trivia – Presidents’ Trophy, Free Agency Deals & Hobey Baker

Jacob Billington | September 12, 2024

Welcome to the Daily Hockey Trivia for Sept. 10, 2024. This is a daily series that will test and challenge your knowledge of the modern and historical aspects of NHL…

Habs Have the Best Fan Culture in the League

Ben Wagner | September 11, 2024

The Montréal Canadiens occupy a position no other franchise in the National Hockey League occupies, and one only shared with a select few franchises across major sports. Alongside great teams…

7 Cool Things About New Maple Leaf Shane Doan

The Old Prof | September 11, 2024

If you are an Arizona Coyotes’ (or formerly Phoenix Coyotes) hockey fan, you are probably well-acquainted with Shane Doan. He’s been a legend in the desert for more than two…

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 11

Matthew Zator | September 11, 2024

This date has been very busy over the years in the National Hockey League. There was the addition of two teams. The Hall of Fame officially began, multiple captains were…

Ducks’ Offseason Acquisitions Revisited: Ryan Kesler

Jordan Reinhardt | September 11, 2024

In my time with The Hockey Writers, I’ve used the offseason as an opportunity to look back on some of the most significant transactions in the 30-season history of the…

Daily Hockey Trivia – Journeymen, Goal Leaders & Hamburgers

Jacob Billington | September 11, 2024

Welcome to the Daily Hockey Trivia for Sept. 9, 2024. This is a daily series that will test and challenge your knowledge of the modern and historical aspects of NHL…

Ducks’ Offseason Trades Revisited: Chris Pronger (2009)

Jordan Reinhardt | September 10, 2024

It’s almost the middle of September, but why don’t we continue our summer series, examining critical offseason transactions made by the Anaheim Ducks in their 30-season history? So far, we’ve…

3 Former Red Wings Deserving of Hall of Fame Induction

Patrick Brown | September 10, 2024

It’s a perfect time to review the NHL’s own election process and present and future Detroit Red Wings Hall of Fame candidates. The Hall of Fame moved the 2020 ceremony…

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