Hockey History Archives

A Farewell to Patrice Brisebois

Rafal Ladysz | September 27, 2009

Legends combined with the Montreal Canadiens are a package easy to find. Maurice Richard, Jean Beliveau, Denis Savard, Georges Vezina and Patrick Roy are a few prime examples of talent…

Introductions, Please…. THW’s Hockey History Section

The Hockey Writers | April 24, 2009

“Hello, Canada, and hockey fans in the United States, and Newfoundland….” The voice of a legend reaching out from the past, Foster Hewitt’s emblematic sign-on bubbles up sentiment even in those who never heard him call a game. Hockey’s history remains evocative to young and old alike: Bobby Orr’s mid-air celebration, the Rocket’s burning eyes, Dryden’s cucumber-cool pose, Gretzky’s sweater-tuck, these are just a few iconic images which have shaped the game we know today.

1965 Chicago Blackhawks

Bruce Hollingdrake | February 19, 2009

During the 1965-66 Season – Bobby Hull, Stan Mikita , Phil Esposito and Chico Maki You can read all about the trade that sent Phil Esposito to the Bruins here..

What Ever Happened to Alexandre Daigle?

The Hockey Writers | February 11, 2009

You remember Alexandre Daigle, right? The man drafted by Ottawa first overall in the 1993 draft. The man who received the largest starting salary in league history up until that time (5 years, 12.25 million). The man who was supposed to be the next Mario Lemieux after scoring 247 points in 119 games for Victoriaville of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.

Another (Great) Day In Hockey History: The Meaning of February 7th

The Hockey Writers | February 7, 2009

Sample a handful of hockey moments from this day in hockey’s history. Take a look back at some of the things that have happened on this most random but special of days, try your hand at some February 7th trivia, and fill your brain with more of the game!

Bobby Orr Gets a Wicked Elbow from Pat Quinn

Bruce Hollingdrake | January 8, 2009

Pat Quinn is certainly in everybody’s good books this week after the Canadian Junior victory in Ottawa. He wasn’t always so loved though, especially in Boston. Here’s Don Cherry and…