Today in Hockey History: Dec. 3 Matthew Zator | December 3, 2023 This date in National Hockey League history has seen a little bit of everything. There were a handful of firsts throughout the league, from first goals to first overtime wins.…
Today in Hockey History: Nov. 30 Matthew Zator | November 30, 2023 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,…
Today in Hockey History: Nov. 16 Matthew Zator | November 16, 2023 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, 2023 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, 2023 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, 2023 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, 2023 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, 2023 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…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 6 Matthew Zator | September 6, 2023 Sept. 6 has been a pretty big date for the NHL in the state of California. Also, the legendary Summit Series continued in Winnipeg, and a pair of Hockey Hall…
Vancouver Canucks’ Best Trades With the San Jose Sharks Adam Kierszenblat | September 4, 2023 Welcome to the Vancouver Canucks best trades series. In this series, we at The Hockey Writers look back at the Canucks’ trading history with every NHL team and pick what we believe to be…
Today in Hockey History: Aug 18 Matthew Zator | August 18, 2023 The New York Rangers and San Jose Sharks have been the busiest teams on Aug. 18 throughout NHL history. In addition, on this date, a new captain was named in…
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…