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San Jose Sharks: A Brief History

THW Archives | January 31, 2023

The beginnings of the San Jose Sharks history can be traced back almost fifty years ago to the 1967 NHL expansion. At the time, the NHL wanted to expand the…

Today in Hockey History: Jan. 21

Matthew Zator | January 21, 2023

Two of the greatest goal-scorers in the history of the National Hockey League had milestone moments on this date. Also, new franchise highs were established, memorable All-Star Games were played,…

Sharks History: Timo Meier’s 5-Goal Game, One Year Later

Alex Hutton | January 17, 2023

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the greatest individual single-game performance in San Jose Sharks history when Timo Meier scored five goals in a 6-2 home win over the Los…

Sharks’ 20 All-Time Worst Draft Picks

Victor Nuño | December 28, 2022

The San Jose Sharks have had success drafting, especially under Doug Wilson in the late rounds, but there have also been many whiffs. While no draft pick is a certainty…

Today in Hockey History: Nov. 30

Matthew Zator | November 30, 2022

This date in 2005 saw a major trade that forever changed two franchises. Also, one of the greatest players in National League Hockey history hit a significant milestone. In addition,…

3 San Jose Sharks That Fans Would Like to Forget About

Daniel Gentile | November 21, 2022

Every franchise has opposing players who have done their team dirty in the past. I’m sure Philadelphia Flyers fans wouldn’t mind Wayne Gretzky taking a few shots from Rocky Balboa after…

Today in Hockey History: Nov. 16

Matthew Zator | November 16, 2022

Nov. 16 has seen quite a few memorable moments in NHL history, including an “Original 6” franchise taking the ice for the first time. This was also a significant date…

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 19

Matthew Zator | October 19, 2022

If you like legendary names, then Oct. 19 is the date for you. Some of the greatest players to ever strap on a pair of skates in an NHL game…

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 8

Matthew Zator | October 8, 2022

Oct. 8 is another extremely busy day in NHL history. One of its greatest players ever signed his first professional contract. This date has seen a little bit of everything,…

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 4

Matthew Zator | October 4, 2022

One of the biggest trades of the 1990s went down on this date, altering the path of two NHL franchises. Also, a new team joined the ranks, one of the…

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 13

Matthew Zator | September 13, 2022

Sept. 13 has been a huge date on the international stage as Canada, and the Soviet Union battled each other numerous times. Some of the biggest names in NHL history…

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 12

Matthew Zator | September 12, 2022

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…

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