Today in Hockey History: June 3 Greg Boysen | June 3, 2021 One of the most memorable penalties in Stanley Cup Final history was called on this date. Also, June 3 was a hectic day for the front office in Motown and…
One for the Ages: Dave Keon’s 1979-80 NHL Season Nathaniel Oliver | March 22, 2021 By the time Dave Keon returned to the NHL for a curtain call with the Hartford Whalers, he was 39 years old. Even at 39, he was still only the…
Then and Now: The Maple Leafs All-Time Centres Andrew Forbes | March 14, 2021 From time to time The Hockey Writers’ editors look back on old articles that generated some buzz. Today, Mar. 14, marks the anniversary of Hockey Hall of Famer Darryl Sittler…
Remembering Toronto Maple Leafs’ Glory Andrew Forbes | January 29, 2021 It’s been 53 years since the Toronto Maple Leafs and their fans have enjoyed the sights and sounds of a Stanley Cup win – dating all the way back to…
Today in Hockey History: Nov. 22 Greg Boysen | November 22, 2020 If you were to walk through the wings of the Hockey Hall of Fame, you would see the names of a lot of players who had big moments on this…
Toronto Maple Leafs’ Top-20 Goal Scorers All-Time THW Archives | October 10, 2020 Throughout the Maple Leafs’ 100-plus year existence, they have been home to many great, Hall of Fame calibre players. Many of their best players had extended careers with the team,…
Is Matthews the Best Maple Leafs’ Center Ever? The Old Prof | December 16, 2018 On March 14, 2017, on the 35th anniversary of Darryl Sittler becoming the all-time leading goal scorer in Toronto Maple Leafs history, The Hockey Writers’ Andrew Forbes wrote a thoughtful…
Centennial Classic: Nostalgia Not Going Anywhere Andrew Forbes | January 1, 2017 Since 2008, the NHL has only missed one year when it comes to hosting an outdoor game. From Winter Classics to Heritage Classics and onto the Stadium Series and the…
50 Years Ago in Hockey: Wings Whip Wobbly Habs Rick Cole | November 7, 2016 The Detroit Red Wings hung the worst beating of the season on the Montreal Canadiens last night at the Olympia in Detroit. Roger Crozier made 22 saves for the shutout…
Maple Leafs News: Home Opener, JVR and the Rookies Anthony Fusco | October 18, 2016 Honouring a century of tradition is no easy feat to pull off. The logistics involved with creating such a huge event are staggering. The Maple Leafs had to create videos,…
Toronto’s Big Surprise, Marner in the Spotlight, Girardi Injured & More News Dustin L. Nelson | October 16, 2016 The Toronto Maple Leafs told fans and media they had a surprise Saturday night, but details were not shared. There were just hints and whispers and the knowledge that the…
Rakell Re-Signs With Ducks, Kane Out Weeks, Keon Tops Leafs’ List & More News Steven DiOssi | October 14, 2016 Rakell Inks Six-Year Deal With Ducks The Anaheim Ducks have re-signed Rickard Rakell to a six-year contract, the team announced on Friday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed by…
