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Denis Potvin

New York Islanders’ Greatest of All-Time

February 4, 2021 by THW Archives
Islanders Dynasty

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 …

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Categories Archives, Hockey History, Islanders History Tags Al Arbour, Billy Smith, Bob Nystrom, Bryan Trottier, Denis Potvin, Mike Bossy, Top Story

Today in Hockey History: Jan. 28

January 28, 2021 by Greg Boysen
Denis Potvin New York Islanders

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, …

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Categories Canadiens History, Column, Hockey History, Islanders History, Kings History, Oilers History Tags Brett Hull, Denis Potvin, Top Story, Wayne Gretzky

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 20

December 21, 2020December 20, 2020 by Greg Boysen
Guy Lafleur

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 …

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Categories Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Hockey History, Islanders History, Kings History, Oilers History Tags Bobby Hull, Denis Potvin, Guy Lafleur, Top Story

Islanders 12 Days of Hockeymas: Denis Potvin Sets Assist Record

December 18, 2020 by Jon Zella
Denis Potvin

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

December 17, 2020 by James Nichols
Islanders Dynasty

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 …

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Categories Hockey History, Islanders History Tags Bryan Trottier, Clark Gillies, Denis Potvin, Hockey Hall of Fame

Islanders’ Denis Potvin: Overlooked Greatness

October 29, 2020 by Nathaniel Oliver
Denis Potvin New York Islanders

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 …

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Categories Archives, Islanders History Tags Denis Potvin

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 16

October 16, 2020October 16, 2020 by Greg Boysen
Gordie Howe, Detroit Red Wings

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 …

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Categories Blackhawks History, Column, Devils History, Hockey History, Islanders History, Kings History, Maple Leafs History, Red Wings History Tags Denis Potvin, Gordie Howe, Stan Mikita, Top Story

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 14

October 14, 2020October 14, 2020 by Greg Boysen
Wayne Gretzky, Edmonton Oilers

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 …

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Categories Column, Hockey History, Islanders History, Oilers History, Red Wings History, Stars History Tags Denis Potvin, Patrick Roy, Top Story, Wayne Gretzky

Islanders’ Calder Trophy Winners

October 11, 2020 by Nathaniel McCabe
Mathew Barzal New York Islanders

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 …

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Categories Hockey History, Islanders History Tags Bryan Trottier, Calder Trophy, Denis Potvin, Mat Barzal

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 25

September 25, 2020 by Greg Boysen
Phil Esposito Boston Bruins

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 …

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Categories Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Column, Flyers History, Hockey History, Islanders History, Red Wings History Tags Bernie Parent, Denis Potvin, Phil Esposito, Top Story

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 23

September 23, 2020 by Greg Boysen
Mike Modano Dallas Stars

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 …

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Categories Column, Hockey History, Islanders History, Lightning History, Stars History Tags Denis Potvin, Manon Rheaume, Mike Modano, Top Story

Last Islander to Win Each NHL Award

July 27, 2020 by Matt Rothman
Last New York Islanders to Win Each NHL Award Bryan Trottier, Barry Trotz, and Denis Potvin

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 …

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Categories Hockey History, Islanders History Tags Billy Smith, Bryan Trottier, Denis Potvin, Mathew Barzal
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