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Today in Hockey History: Sept. 14

Matthew Zator | September 14, 2023

Sept. 14 has been a big date for international hockey as the United States pulled off a huge upset and Canada got redemption. In the NHL, a pair of Hall…

Categories Canucks History, Column, Hockey History, Islanders History, Red Wings History

Today in Hockey History: Aug. 22

Matthew Zator | August 22, 2023

The Philadelphia Flyers said goodbye to the leading goal scorer in franchise history on this date. Also, the Los Angeles Kings have been very active on Aug. 22 through the…

Categories Canadiens History, Column, Flyers History, Hockey History, Kings History, Rangers History, Red Wings History

Revisiting the Blues’ Trade for Brett Hull

Mike Meyer | August 9, 2023

On March 7, 1988, the Calgary Flames agreed to send 23-year-old forward Brett Hull along with 27-year-old forward Steve Bozek to the St. Louis Blues for 29-year-old defenseman Rob Ramage and 28-year-old goaltender Rick…

Categories Archives, Blues History, Hockey History

Today in Hockey History: Aug. 9

Matthew Zator | August 9, 2023

This date in National Hockey League history has had a little bit of everything over the years. The greatest player to ever lace up a pair of skates was traded.…

Categories Blues History, Column, Hockey History, Kings History, Oilers History, Rangers History

Arizona Coyotes X Puckdoku: Central Division Edition

Chase Beardsley | July 30, 2023

Hockey Twitter has been taken by storm by screenshots of a 3×3 grid that is filled with NHL player portraits all throughout. You might be wondering what this recent trend…

Categories Coyotes History, Hockey History

Today in Hockey History: July 3

Matthew Zator | July 3, 2023

July 3 has seen a lot of activity by numerous Hall of Famers. Some of the best players in National Hockey League history were either changing teams, retiring, or being…

Categories Blackhawks History, Column, Ducks History, Hockey History, Maple Leafs History, Red Wings History, Stars History

Flames’ 7 Biggest Draft Steals in Team History

Rob Couch | June 30, 2023

The Calgary Flames have developed a ton of talent through the draft, whether early on or in the later rounds. Seven players, in particular, have carved out impressive careers after…

Categories Flames History, Hockey History, NHL Entry Draft

Today in Hockey History: June 19

Matthew Zator | June 19, 2023

June 19 has seen the crowning of two Stanley Cup champions over the years and a third memorable Stanley Cup Final game that ended with some overtime magic. Off the…

Categories Blackhawks History, Column, Hockey History, Hurricanes History, Stars History

Top 5 Father-Son Duos in NHL History

Jeff Seide | June 18, 2023

Father-son bloodlines are deeply rooted in the NHL. And with every passing NHL Draft, it seems there’s high-end talent continuing to be passed-on. It’s a family tradition. Fathers teach their…

Categories Archives, Hockey History

The Best Late-Round NHL Draft Picks

Brett Slawson | May 28, 2023

* Our best ever late-round draft picks article was originally published in 2014. Time will tell if anyone should be added to the list (feel free to share opinions in…

Categories Archives, Hockey History, NHL Entry Draft

Bobby Hull – The Golden Jet

Declan Schroeder | May 14, 2023

He dominated two different professional leagues for more than two decades. He won three Art Ross Trophies, two Hart Memorial Trophies, two Avco Cups, a Lady Byng Trophy, and a…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Hockey History, Jets History, Player Profiles

The Worst Trades in NHL History

Jeff Seide | May 3, 2023

Every NHL general manager wants to succeed. They want to build a roster that competes night in and night out. They want to win and raise the Stanley Cup. To…

Categories Archives, Hockey History, NHL Trade Analysis
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