Today in Hockey History: Aug. 14 Matthew Zator | August 14, 2023 Some big names in the history of the National Hockey League’s “Original 6” franchise made news on this date through the years. Plus, one of the best defensemen of this…
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 11 Matthew Zator | August 11, 2023 This date has seen its fair share of memorable events in National Hockey League history. The Los Angeles Kings signed a future crown jewel on defense to his first professional…
Maple Leafs’ Forgotten Ones: Joffrey Lupul The Old Prof | August 7, 2023 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 is coming up…
Philadelphia Flyers’ History with the Toronto Maple Leafs Justin Giampietro | August 6, 2023 While not the biggest rivalry anymore, the Toronto Maple Leafs and Philadelphia Flyers have had their fair share of interactions over the years. From franchise-altering trades to theatrical line brawls,…
Best & Worst Trades During Burke’s Time with the Maple Leafs Spencer Lazary | July 30, 2023 When Brian Burke was hired as the general manager (GM) of the Toronto Maple Leafs, it appeared like the team’s course would take a dramatic turn. But that’s not how it…
Today in Hockey History: July 30 Matthew Zator | July 30, 2023 The Pittsburgh Penguins changed the future of their franchise on this date by selecting a generational talent. There were also three retirements on July 30, including two soon-to-be members of…
Maple Leafs’ Forgotten Ones: Dion Phaneuf The Old Prof | July 29, 2023 Dion Phaneuf is now a 38-year-old former NHL defenseman who, in total, played 14 seasons. He was a large defenseman at 6-foot-4 and 222 pounds. He was selected by Calgary…
Maple Leafs’ Harold Ballard: The Owner Who Perfected Greed The Old Prof | July 25, 2023 Jason Priestley, who most Canadians know from his time on television’s ‘Beverly Hills 90210’, is a lifelong hockey fan. As a result, his foray into creating a documentary about controversial…
Today in Hockey History: July 25 Matthew Zator | July 25, 2023 One of the most colorful coaches in the history of the National Hockey League got his first job in the league on this date. Also, a pair of elite goaltenders…
Flames & Maple Leafs Trade History Revisited Ryan Gagne | July 24, 2023 The Calgary Flames joined the NHL as the Atlanta Flames in 1972 before moving to Alberta for the start of the 1980 season, becoming the seventh team located north of…
Today in Hockey History: July 23 Matthew Zator | July 23, 2023 A pair of “Original ”6 National Hockey League rivals made a one-sided trade on this date. Also, July 23 saw a long-time executive take a new job, the face of…
Maple Leafs’ 4 Worst Seasons in Team History The Old Prof | July 22, 2023 The Toronto Maple Leafs are one of the oldest and most iconic franchises in the NHL. The team, although it was not called the Maple Leafs at the time, began…