Today in Hockey History: Oct. 16 Matthew Zator | October 16, 2022 The NHL changed forever on this date when one of its most legendary players took to the ice for the first time. Speaking of firsts, there were plenty of memorable…
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 13 Matthew Zator | October 13, 2022 So many historical events occurred on Oct. 13 throughout NHL history. “Mr. Hockey” scored his first NHL goal in eight years, numerous big names lit the lamp for the first…
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 11 Matthew Zator | October 11, 2022 Oct. 11 has been a very busy day in NHL history, with the expansion era officially beginning in 1967. Plus, there were memorable moments and milestones by some of the…
The 5 Greatest Hockey Players Ever THW Archives | October 9, 2022 This post about the greatest hockey players ever was first published in July 2015 by former THW writer Felix Sicard. We can’t imagine the list changing anytime soon. Sidney Crosby…
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 8 Matthew Zator | October 8, 2022 Oct. 8 is another extremely busy day in NHL history. One of its greatest players ever signed his first professional contract. This date has seen a little bit of everything,…
Whalers’ All-Time Greatest Lineup Dylan Rudolph | September 30, 2022 Players and even franchises come and go, oft-forgotten to the pages of history, but some remain in legend and folklore. Though the Hartford Whalers were a struggling franchise for much…
The Best NHL Players of All-Time, by Decade THW Archives | September 30, 2022 The National Hockey League was founded on November 26, 1917. Over the league’s 100 years, countless players have left indelible marks on the game. Names like, Morenz, Shore, Richard, Howe,…
The Best #9’s in NHL History THW Archives | September 15, 2022 This was originally published in August, 2015 and updated March, 2020. Over the course of the NHL’s history, there have been many records put away into the books, rarely to…
8 Unbreakable Detroit Red Wings Records Tony Wolak | September 13, 2022 Throughout the history of the Detroit Red Wings franchise, countless legends and hockey icons have donned the winged wheel. Those stars have gone on to set some impressive franchise records…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 8 Matthew Zator | September 8, 2022 One of the legends of the NHL announced his retirement on this date, but he wasn’t able to stay off the ice very long. This date also saw two Hockey…
The Best Nicknames in Hockey THW Archives | August 30, 2022 Colorful hockey nicknames are an integral part of the game’s history. They’re as much a part of hockey as the blue line. You’re given one early by your mite’s coach…
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 24 Matthew Zator | August 24, 2022 On this date, in 1972, the greatest single class in the history of the Hockey Hall of Fame was inducted. Also, NHL history was made when a pair of brothers…
