Hockey History Archives

Revisiting Vezina Trophy Seasons: George Hainsworth’s 1928-29 Season

Andrew Forbes | February 27, 2026

To win the Stanley Cup three years in a row is the sign of dynasty. To win an individual award in three consecutive seasons is incredibly impressive. That’s the case…

3 Maple Leafs’ Goalies Who Slipped Through the Cracks

The Old Prof | February 27, 2026

With the Toronto Maple Leafs, playing goal isn’t just another job—it’s a full-blown test of patience, skill, and mental toughness. The spotlight here isn’t forgiving, and the crease has often…

Today in Hockey History: Feb. 27

Matthew Zator | February 27, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Feb. 26 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Feb. 28 Two of the most legendary players to ever play in the National Hockey League were traded on this…

Marc Bergevin’s Last Draft Continues to Impact Canadiens

William Bourget | February 26, 2026

The last draft of Marc Bergevin’s tenure with the Montreal Canadiens is one of the most interesting to revisit today. Bergevin’s time as general manager came to an end only…

Flyers’ 2011 Offseason Has Caused Years of Misfortune

Justin Giampietro | February 26, 2026

Following a 2010-11 season where the Philadelphia Flyers had the third-best record in the NHL but lost in the second round of the playoffs, the team wanted to act big…

Today in Hockey History: Feb. 26

Matthew Zator | February 26, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Feb. 25 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Feb. 27 Today’s trip through National Hockey League history starts in the heart of the Big Apple. From there, we…

Bruins 2015 Draft Failure Will Haunt Them for Years

Scott Roche | February 25, 2026

It has been 11 seasons since Boston Bruins general manager Don Sweeney oversaw the 2015 Entry Draft, his first in charge of the Black and Gold. Three consecutive first-round picks…

Maple Leafs’ Forgotten Ones: Joffrey Lupul

The Old Prof | February 25, 2026

From 2011 to 2016, Joffrey Lupul played 280 career games with the Toronto Maple Leafs before injuries forced him into early retirement in 2017. His 40th birthday was in Sep.…

Today in Hockey History: Feb. 25

Matthew Zator | February 25, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Feb. 24 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Feb. 26 Today’s voyage through National Hockey League history will be long as it begins in the first season played…

Ottawa Senators Top 5 Greatest Olympic Performances

Dayton Reimer | February 24, 2026

The Ottawa Senators will have some extra hardware around the rink this week after Brady Tkachuk and Jake Sanderson return from Milan. The two were instrumental in Team USA’s gold…

Today in Hockey History: Feb. 24

Matthew Zator | February 24, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Feb. 23 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Feb. 25 Feb. 24 has been a big day for two of the National Hockey League’s “Original Six” franchises. In…

Daniel Tkaczuk: A Promising Career Cut Short