The Chris Chelios Trade Revisited THW Archives | July 18, 2021 It’s rare that one trade catches an entire sport by surprise, but when the Montreal Canadiens dealt defenseman Chris Chelios and a second-round draft choice to the Chicago Blackhawks for…
The 10 Greatest American Hockey Players Ever Stephen Ground | July 8, 2021 Hockey has historically been a sport dominated by Canadian players, though in recent years it has become an increasingly international affair. But American players have always had a major role…
Today in Hockey History: June 29 Greg Boysen | June 29, 2021 National Hockey League fans who love blockbuster trades have had plenty to be happy about on June 29 over the years. There was an action-packed day in 2016, and two…
Best NHL Player From Each U.S. State Greg Boysen | May 21, 2021 The game of hockey still remains fourth among the major sports behind basketball, baseball and football in the United States, but the game has grown nationwide over the past few…
Detroit Red Wings: A Tribute to Nicklas Lidstrom Tony Wolak | April 28, 2021 When the Detroit Red Wings drafted Nicklas Lidstrom as part of their historic 1989 draft class, he did not come into their consideration as a consensus can’t miss prospect—he was…
Today in Hockey History: April 10 Greg Boysen | April 10, 2021 April 10 has been quite an eventful day in National Hockey League history. Among some of the memorable moments is the greatest comeback in Stanley Cup playoff history and a…
Blackhawks Banter: Biggest Concerns, Defense & Memorable Trades Greg Boysen | April 3, 2021 The Chicago Blackhawks have made it through their “Hell Month” of March and have lost their once seemingly comfortable lead for the fourth and final Stanley Cup playoff spot out…
Top 5 Captains in Blackhawks History Meghan Dillon | January 29, 2021 To be named the captain of an NHL team is an honor. He is the first to hoist the Stanley Cup after a victory and is often the center of…
Blackhawks & Chelios: Together Again Greg Boysen | January 25, 2021 For nine years, Hall of Fame defenseman Chris Chelios was one of the most beloved players in Chicago Blackhawks history. He fell out of favor with Blackhawks fans shortly after…
The Best and Worst Trades in Ken Holland’s Red Wings Tenure Tony Wolak | January 12, 2021 Ken Holland was the main voice guiding the Detroit Red Wings’ player personnel decisions since he took over as general manager in 1997 following their Stanley Cup championship. Along with…
Red Wings & Blackhawks Reignite Their Rivalry in 2020-21 Devin Little | January 1, 2021 The rivalry between Chicago and Detroit is one that appears in every major sport. The Lions don’t like the Bears. The Bulls and the Pistons have had some infamous playoff…
Red Wings 12 Days of Hockeymas: 3 Inaugural Award Recipients Patrick Brown | December 22, 2020 The “12 Days of Christmas” is a classic holiday song first published in its current form in 1908. In a nod to the classic carol, join The Hockey Writers as we count down…
