Today in Hockey History: Sept. 28 Matthew Zator | September 28, 2024 On this date, one of Canada’s most unlikely heroes became a legend after his third straight game-winning goal. Also, two Hockey Hall of Famers were born while one signed his…
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 27 Matthew Zator | August 27, 2024 A very impressive group of players were enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame on his date in 1966. Aug. 27 also saw some trade action out of Motown and…
Today in Hockey History: April 29 Matthew Zator | April 29, 2024 If you are a fan of a good Game 7 in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, then April 29 is the day for you. This date in National Hockey League history…
Today in Hockey History: Jan. 8 Matthew Zator | January 8, 2024 A lot of names that you would see while touring the Hockey Hall of Fame had big moments on Jan. 8. A pair of all-time greats made their National Hockey…
Today in Hockey History: Nov. 11 Matthew Zator | November 11, 2023 Minnesota is rich in hockey history and this date brought some big moments over the years. Also, there were plenty of big offensive performances including some from defenders on the…
Red Wings’ Moves That Built a Dynasty in the 1990s Jordan Orth | August 4, 2023 The Detroit Red Wings organization was seen as a powerhouse and a perennial contender throughout the 1990s, making the Stanley Cup Final in 1995, 1997, and 1998. Many players had…
Dino Ciccarelli: From Undrafted to Underrated Hall of Fame Legend Ryan Szporer | February 8, 2023 To play against Dino Ciccarelli was to hate him. There can be no higher compliment paid to a player who made his living in the kitchens of opponents. However, even…
Red Wings’ 3 Best Agitators in the Modern Era Ben Banfield | June 13, 2022 When it comes to changing the flow of a hockey game, the presence of an agitator on the ice can make all the difference. When the chips are down, and…
Washington Capitals’ Trade Deadline History Ted Starkey | February 1, 2022 With the 2021 trade deadline set for March 21, here’s a look back at some of the best – and worst – trade deadline deals in Washington Capitals’ history. While…
All-Time Best Players for Defunct NHL Teams Jeff Seide | November 4, 2020 The what ifs. The coulda shouldas. The almosts. They’re the lost or forgotten teams of the NHL. Those that have relocated or merged or went belly-up. While some teams have…
North Stars with 100-Point Seasons Ryan Szporer | June 12, 2020 Admittedly, the Minnesota North Stars enjoyed their greatest success as a franchise once they moved to Dallas to become (just) the Stars. Almost from the get-go, they became perennial contenders,…
Dallas Stars’ 50-Goal Scorers Nathaniel Oliver | May 2, 2020 Ever since Maurice “The Rocket” Richard became the first to do so in 1944-45, scoring 50 goals in one season has been the pinnacle plateau for NHL goal scorers. The…