Oilers’ 10 Most Memorable Preseason Games Brian Swane | August 25, 2022 The Edmonton Oilers opened their 2021-22 preseason on Sept. 26, when they pay a visit to the provincial rival Calgary Flames. As part of their eight-game exhibition schedule, the Oilers…
Matthews Goal Scoring Is More Impressive Than Just the Numbers The Old Prof | April 14, 2022 Toronto Maple Leafs’ fans are seeing something very special this season in Auston Matthews‘ assault on 60 goals for the season. And, his goal-scoring exploits are even more impressive when…
Edmonton Oilers’ 3 Unbreakable Records Sean Mallon | January 5, 2022 The history of the Edmonton Oilers began in a hurry – they joined the National Hockey League in 1979-80 and wasted no time in making their mark. The team didn’t…
The Greatest Draft in Edmonton Oilers History: 1979 or 1980? Stephen Ground | September 29, 2021 The Edmonton Oilers have drafted a number of exceptional hockey players since the franchise entered the National Hockey League in 1979. In total, the Oilers have selected a massive 401…
5 Unbreakable Edmonton Oilers Playoff Records Brian Swane | May 26, 2021 For a decade, the Edmonton Oilers dominated the National Hockey League playoffs. From 1983 to 1992, Edmonton won five Stanley Cups, six Campbell Conference championships, and eight Smythe Division banners.…
All-Time Alberta-Born Lineup Brian Swane | March 25, 2021 There have been some 600 Albertans that have reached the National Hockey League, more than any other province except Ontario or Quebec. Among them are some of the game’s greatest,…
Maple Leafs Legendary Goalie Still Sour About the 1993 Series [Video] Kevin Armstrong | March 11, 2021 It’s a moment forever etched in the history of the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Los Angeles Kings and even Wayne Gretzky. One of the best goalies in Maple Leafs’ history,…
Oilers 12 Days of Hockeymas: Ranking 8 Hall of Famers…After Gretzky Chris Carnovale | December 17, 2020 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…
Grant Fuhr’s Historic 1995-96 Season Stephen Ground | September 28, 2020 In today’s NHL, fans and coaches alike see any goalkeeper who starts 60 games or more as an absolute workhorse. Starting goalies are usually expected to play 45-55 games, unless…
Glenn Anderson Trade Revisited Andrew Forbes | September 19, 2020 The Toronto Maple Leafs have a long and storied history. It’s one filled with success, disappointment and a long list of players that have donned the blue and white. Some…
3ICE Hockey League Is Bringing 3-on-3 Action With Hall of Fame Coaches Greg Boysen | May 22, 2020 Prior to the start of the 2015-16 season, the National Hockey League announced that their new overtime format would be a five-minute period with just three skaters per side. Whether…
The NHL’s Evolution of Integration THW Archives | February 8, 2020 In honor of Black History Month, a closer look at how black players have helped progress the game of hockey is in order. It has been 60 years since Willie…