Posts About "Chris Pronger"
Oilers 12 Days of Hockeymas - Revisiting 7 Stanley Cup Finals
December 18th, 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 the 12 Days of Hockeymas. Each day, we will provide you with a piece of hockey history as we eagerly await the start of the 2020-21 NHL season. The...
Blues' 12 Days of Hockeymas: 8 Retired Numbers
December 17th, 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 the 12 Days of Hockeymas. Each day, we will provide you with a piece of hockey history as we eagerly await the start of the 2020-21 NHL...
Blues' 12 Days of Hockeymas: 9 Notable Captains
December 16th, 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 the 12 Days of Hockeymas. Each day, we will provide you with a piece of hockey history as we eagerly await the start of the 2020-21 NHL season. The St. Louis...
Flyers Lookback: Adding Chris Pronger
November 17th, 2020 Hockey Hall of Famer, Stanley Cup champion, and one of the best defensemen in NHL history are just a few of the ways to describe Chris Pronger and what he did for the game of hockey. He was a physical threat who brought size to the table at 6-foot-6. He had a deadly powerful shot, and provided stable support in the scoring column. He...
Best Trade Partners in Ducks History
October 29th, 2020 The Anaheim Ducks are in the midst of a "retool" or a rebuild, depending on who you ask. That means an inevitable turnover on the roster and trades on the horizon. With that in mind, let's explore which teams have been the best trade partners for the Ducks from the present day all the way to their beginnings as the “Mighty Ducks.”...
Today in Hockey History: July 27
July 27th, 2020 July 27 has not been a very newsworthy day in National Hockey League history. However, there was a big trade of Hockey Hall of Famers that ended rather one-sided when we look back on it 25 years later. A Mid-summer Blockbuster The St. Louis Blues and Hartford Whalers pulled off a huge deal on July 27, 1995, when they did a...
Blues Best Defensemen in Team History
July 16th, 2020 When looking at the best defensemen in NHL history, only a few donned the Blue Note. Not known as a defensive team in their 53-year history, the St. Louis Blues have produced few elite, notable D-men. The ‘Over 400-Point’ Club - MacInnis and Pietrangelo Only two defensive players have scored over 400 points in their...
Best Blues Defensemen by Decade
July 15th, 2020 Since I've already taken a look at the best St. Louis Blues' centers by decade, it's time to take a took at the best defensemen by decade for this 53-year-old franchise. There are plenty of Hall of Fame defenders to wear the blue note, from Al MacInnis to Chris Pronger and others. This is going to be a list full of excellent players...
NHL Rumors: Devils, Panthers, Maple Leafs, Key NHL Dates, More
July 9th, 2020 In today's NHL rumors rundown, the New Jersey Devils have officially made their coaching and GM announcement changes. The Florida Panthers are losing Chris Pronger and the Toronto Maple Leafs are one of five teams listed by the Hockey news as franchises that will be heavily affected by a flat salary cap. What's their plan? Finally,...
Classic Draft Day Quotes
June 12th, 2020 One of the most exciting days of the hockey calendar comes near the end of every June, Draft Day. It’s a time where teenagers dreams are met, teams stock their metaphorical cupboards with prospects and look to the future of their organizations. In most cases, it’s a day filled with happy prospects and happy general...
Flyers Team Captain History
May 16th, 2020 The Philadelphia Flyers have a rich history of team captains. Of course, Bobby Clarke immediately comes to mind. In fact, when I asked on Twitter, fans overwhelmingly voted Clarke as the greatest Flyers captain of all time. Still, the list includes other legends like Eric Lindros and Claude Giroux. Since the Flyers entered the league in...
The 5 Best Trades in Anaheim Ducks History
May 14th, 2020 Originally published in Sept. 2013, but updated recently, here's a look back at some great trades for the Anaheim Ducks. In the first years of the Anaheim Ducks' existence, the team struggled to compete with a cast of players from the expansion draft. While solid drafting and player development played a big part in the...
9 Stanley Cup Stories: The Long Road to NHL Glory
May 1st, 2020 Often described as the most difficult trophy to win in sports, the Stanley Cup captures the dreams of players from childhood. For all who claim Lord Stanley, the dream comes true after years of hard work: countless hours driving to practice, training outside the rink, and honing skills on the ice. But the path to victory differs for...
