Posts About "Bobby Orr"
Today in Hockey History: June 12
June 12th, 2020 Fans in Pittsburgh were given two huge reasons to celebrate on this date over the years. Also, on June 12, two of the greatest players in National Hockey League history were bestowed big honors. A Banner Day in Pittsburgh The Pittsburgh Penguins have won five Stanley Cups in their franchise history, with two of those victories...
Oilers History: The Paul Coffey Effect
June 10th, 2020 Unless you were fortunate enough to be around to witness Paul Coffey play during his prime, it is unlikely you can comprehend how important he was to the success of the Edmonton Oilers. Anyone can look at his stat line and be impressed by the eye-popping totals. However, those numbers do not tell us just how integral his role...
7 Best Rookie Seasons in Boston Bruins History
June 9th, 2020 Rookies (or "first-year players" as captain Zdeno Chara prefers) figured to play an integral role this season for the Boston Bruins. Eschewing the big-name free agent signings of years past and opting instead to ride the youth wave, success was to be largely predicated on the readiness of several promising prospects within the...
NHL Awards History: Oldest & Youngest Winners
May 28th, 2020 We updated this list from the THW Archives of the oldest and youngest winners in NHL history, originally published Jan. 19, 2015. And, before you say anything, I didn't do the math to figure out who was older or younger by months if there was a tie, except for the Calder Trophy's youngest winner. (All stats and records courtesy of...
1971-72 New York Rangers: "We Did It All Except Win"
May 17th, 2020 This article was originally published in August, 2012. The New York Rangers endured one of sports' longest championship droughts, as they went fifty-four years without winning the Stanley Cup. And while the Stanley Cup finally made it to New York in 1994, the years between 1940 and 1994 didn't pass by without great moments and...
Today in Hockey History: May 11
May 11th, 2020 May 11 has proven to be a big date in the history of the National Hockey League. Some it’s legendary players and coaches had big moments, some for the final time. Franchises with long histories of success have made plenty of memories on this date. The Last Runs for Two Legends The Montreal Canadiens are the most successful team...
Today in Hockey History: May 10
May 10th, 2020 Before we begin our trek through all the great National Hockey League moments that occurred on this date, all of us at The Hockey Writers wish a very happy Mothers’ Day to all the moms out there. There are generations of hockey players who never would have achieved their success without the love and support from their “hockey...
Bobby Orr's Flying Goal
May 10th, 2020 You've probably heard of Bobby Orr. Widely considered the best defenseman to ever play the game, and even considered by some the best player ever, the legendary No. 4 took his first strides in the NHL during the 1966-67 season -- but, it was during Orr's prime that he dominated the league. From the 1969-70 season to the 1974-75...
Today in Hockey History: May 8
May 8th, 2020 The teams from the Empire State has enjoyed quite a bit of success on this date throughout the years. May 8 has also provided some “Original Six” memories, big performances by rookies and Hall of Fame milestones. A New York State of Mind This has been a big date in hockey history through the state of New York. Jim Lorentz...
The 5 Greatest Hockey Players Ever
May 6th, 2020 This post about the greatest hockey players ever was first published in July 2015 by former THW writer Felix Sicard. I can't imagine the list changing anytime soon. Sidney Crosby may have a chance of cracking it one day and some are already talking about Connor McDavid becoming one of the all-time greatest, but for now, these guys are...
Today in Hockey History: May 5
May 5th, 2020 May 5 has seen its fair share of milestones and big moments throughout the history of the National Hockey League. The league’s most successful franchise racked up more postseason victories, while playoff records were broken and some of the game’s all-time great players left their mark. Happy Times for the Habs When you’ve...
Today in Hockey History: April 25
April 25th, 2020 April 25 has provided us with some great playoff moments throughout the history of the National Hockey League. Two of the greatest players to ever lace up a pair of skates had offensive explosions on a date that saw plenty of great postseason moments. The Great One & Super Mario Go Off Two of the most dynamic offensive...
Today in Hockey History: April 16
April 16th, 2020 April 16 is a very big date amongst the National Hockey League’s “Original Six” franchises with four of them winning the Stanley Cup on this date. There are also plenty of Hall of Fame players who left their mark on the game on this date. Long Live the Champs On April 16, 1939, the Boston Bruins knocked off the Toronto...
