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50 Years Ago in Hockey: Expansion a Bonanza for Talented Farmhands

Rick Cole | February 20, 2016

The announced expansion of the National Hockey League from six to twelve teams for the 1967-68 season will have far-reaching effects for many in the hockey world. Not the least…

Categories Column, Hockey History, NHL Expansion

50 Years Ago in Hockey: Suitcase Smith Just Wants to Settle Down

Rick Cole | October 4, 2015

He’s just 21 years old and he’s already seen more of North America than most young men his age. No, he’s not a traveling salesman, nor is he a wandering ne’er-do-well,…

Categories Hockey History, Maple Leafs History, Toronto Maple Leafs

50 Years Ago in Hockey: 65-66 Goalie Preview – Chicago Blackhawks

Rick Cole | July 14, 2015

As we look towards the 1965-66 NHL season, today we spotlight the goaltending depth of the Chicago Black Hawks.  The squad from the Windy City has likely the most stable…

Categories Blackhawks Goaltending, Blackhawks History, Chicago Blackhawks

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