New York Islanders’ Greatest of All-Time
On Feb. 4, 1978, Hockey Hall of Famer and a member of the 100 Greatest NHL Players club, Mike Bossy, recorded the first hat trick of his NHL career as the New …
Denis Potvin
Today in Hockey History: Jan. 28
Jan. 28 has been a good day for continuing streaks, however, one of the most impressive streaks in National Hockey League history came to an end on this date. Also, …
Today in Hockey History: Dec. 20
Dec. 20 has been a very eventful and exciting date in the history of the National Hockey League. Some of the biggest names in the Hall of Fame had memorable …
Islanders 12 Days of Hockeymas: Denis Potvin Sets Assist Record
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 …
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Islanders 12 Days of Hockeymas: 8 Hall of Famers
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 …
Islanders’ Denis Potvin: Overlooked Greatness
Today’s NHL fan does not recognize how masterful of a defender Denis Potvin was when he played. A 1991 inductee into the Hockey Hall of Fame, the Vanier, Ontario native …
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 16
The National Hockey League changed forever on this date when one of its most legendary players took to the ice for the first time. Speaking of first, there were plenty …
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 14
Oct. 14 is a very important date in National Hockey League history as its greatest player lit the lamp for the very first time. Also, three expansion teams found the …
Islanders’ Calder Trophy Winners
The Calder Trophy is named after the first president of the National Hockey League, Frank Calder. This prominent trophy is awarded to the most impactful rookie in the NHL that …
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 25
Two of the most storied franchises in National Hockey League history were officially added to the league on this date. Plus, three key players from the most successful teams of …
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 23
Sept. 23 will be remembered for having the first woman to ever play in a National Hockey League game take to the ice. Also, a group with a lot of …
Last Islander to Win Each NHL Award
The New York Islanders had one of the best dynasties in all of sports in the 1980s. They won four Stanley Cups and won 19 straight playoff series with some …
