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The Strangest Superstitions in NHL History

Greg Boysen | January 18, 2023

As professional athletes, NHL hockey players will do whatever it takes to be successful on the ice. On top of their on and off-ice training and preparation, many players throughout…

How to Talk Like a Hockey Player

THW Archives | November 5, 2022

Possibly more than any other sport, there is a unique culture that surrounds hockey. It’s a tightly knit group that is as dedicated to its sport as any in the…

Beer League Chronicle: In Search of a Goal, the Finale

Len Vlahos | October 25, 2022

In previous editions of this column, I introduced readers to my brief career as a beer league hockey player. To catch you up in three short paragraphs: I’m entering my…

Beer League Chronicle: In Search of a Goal, Week 2

Len Vlahos | September 22, 2022

Last week I introduced readers to my personal hockey history. Having learned to ice skate in my 50s, I’m entering my fourth season of beer league hockey and have not…

Beer League Chronicle: In Search of a Goal, Week 1

Len Vlahos | September 15, 2022

Hockey fans are not like other fans. Sure, some people are passionate about football, basketball, and baseball, but they’re individuals who love a sport. Hockey fans are a tribe. A…

5 Tips to Be Your Beer League Best

THW Archives | September 14, 2022

I’ve been waiting for the phone to ring for 10 years. It still hasn’t, but I’ll be ready when it does. And although, I was never a Boy Scout, I…

The Best Nicknames in Hockey

THW Archives | August 30, 2022

Colorful hockey nicknames are an integral part of the game’s history. They’re as much a part of hockey as the blue line. You’re given one early by your mite’s coach…

5 Best Dad Strength Performances in NHL History

Shawn Wilken | March 31, 2022

When it comes to being a parent, nothing compares to how challenging yet rewarding it can be as a life experience. It comes with its many ups and downs, sleepless…

Darryl Sutter’s Press Conferences Can be Comedy Gold

Greg Tysowski | March 25, 2022

There are plenty of adjectives I could use to describe Calgary Flames head coach Darryl Sutter when he sits down for his media availabilities: gruff, short, terse, intimidating, sour, dour,…

Mid-Season Montreal Canadiens Awards for 2021-22

Ryan Szporer | January 29, 2022

Any preseason optimism a Montreal Canadiens player would be in line for an NHL award? Long gone. That only goes for official awards, though.

What’s on Every Montreal Canadien’s 2021 Christmas Wish List?

Ryan Szporer | December 24, 2021

At 7-21-3, the Montreal Canadiens must have a lot to wish for… even individually. Here’s a peak at each of their 2021 Christmas wish lists.

Canadiens ‘Magical’ Stanley Cup Run: Ghosts, Numbers & Really Weird Things

Trege Wilson | June 28, 2021

The Montreal Canadiens find themselves in the Stanley Cup Final for the first time in 28 years, which is the longest drought for the NHL’s oldest team. They have made…

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