Removing the Maple Leafs From the Cup – Some Personal Thoughts The Old Prof | July 26, 2024 When I was a young boy – I am thinking about eight or nine – my father took me to visit Maple Leaf Gardens. He was usually a quiet man,…
Maple Leafs’ Harold Ballard: The Owner Who Perfected Greed The Old Prof | July 25, 2024 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, 2024 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, 2024 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, 2024 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…
Today in Hockey History: July 20 Matthew Zator | July 20, 2024 July 20 has been an eventful date in National Hockey League history despite no games being played. A Hall of Fame goaltender finally landed in a spot where he can…
Revisiting the Maple Leafs’ Jake Muzzin Trade Spencer Lazary | July 20, 2024 It’s been more than five years since the Toronto Maple Leafs acquired Jake Muzzin from the Los Angeles Kings, in a trade on Jan. 28, 2019, that had fans ecstatic.…
Today in Hockey History: July 19 Matthew Zator | July 19, 2024 One of the greatest coaches in the National Hockey League was born on this date many years ago. Also, two players who had great runs and won championships in Motown…
Today in Hockey History: July 15 Matthew Zator | July 15, 2024 July 15 was a big date for head coaching changes in National Hockey League history. Two very successful coaches made decisions on this date, with one making a surprising exit…
Today in Hockey History: July 14 Matthew Zator | July 14, 2024 July 14 was a day that saw two big-name general managers hired by two “Original Six” franchises. Also, some future head coaches and executives were on the move during the…
Ultimate Perseverance: the Bryan Berard Story Justin Caron | July 13, 2024 In today’s article, we look back at the life and career of former New York Islanders defenceman Bryan Berard. From his early life growing up in Rhode Island to becoming…
Today in Hockey History: July 12 Matthew Zator | July 12, 2024 On this date, the Detroit Red Wings made an addition to their front office that helped change the franchise’s direction. Also, Canada started to build their roster for some of…