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Today in Hockey History: Jan. 17

Matthew Zator | January 17, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Jan. 16 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Jan. 18 Both 500 and 13 were magic numbers on this date in National Hockey League history. Three was a…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Canadiens History, Column, Hockey History, Islanders History, Panthers History, Red Wings History

Edmonton Oilers 50-Goal Scorers

Tony Wolak | January 15, 2026

During the 1980s, the Edmonton Oilers epitomized offense. From the 1981-82 season through 1985-86, they scored an average of 5.29 goals per game. They peaked in the 1983-84 season, putting up…

Categories Archives, Edmonton Oilers, Hockey History, Oilers History

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 8

Matthew Zator | December 8, 2025

Dec. 8 has been a very unique date in National Hockey League history. It gave us the first goal that was actually shot into the net by a goaltender. It…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Blues History, Column, Ducks History, Flames History, Flyers History, Hockey History, Maple Leafs History

Edmonton Oilers’ Top-20 Goal Scorers All-Time

Matthew Zator | December 2, 2025

*Article was updated in December 2025 The Edmonton Oilers have a long history of prolific goal scorers. Not only that, but they also have a plethora of Hall-of-Fame twine ticklers…

Categories Archives, Edmonton Oilers, Hockey History, Oilers History

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 17

Matthew Zator | October 17, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 16 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 18 Some of the greatest players in National Hockey League history had big moments on this date. The records…

Categories Archives, Avalanche History, Canadiens History, Capitals History, Column, Flames History, Hockey History, Kings History, Penguins History

What Could Have Been if the Oilers Hadn’t Traded Wayne Gretzky

The Old Prof | August 6, 2025

August 9, 1988. Many remember exactly where they were. Edmonton wasn’t just quiet—it was stunned. Out of nowhere, the unthinkable had happened: Wayne Gretzky, The Great One, had been traded…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Oilers History

NHL’s Highest-Scoring Playoff Games

Ryan Gagne | June 4, 2025

Early in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, teams already combined for 12 and 11 goals in one game. As surprising as those scores are, they failed to crack the top…

Categories Hockey History

Today in Hockey History: May 30

Matthew Zator | May 30, 2025

This date in National Hockey League history has seen its fair share of memorable moments. From Stanley Cup Final drama to coaching changes and trades, May 30 has provided us…

Categories Archives, Capitals History, Column, Devils History, Flyers History, Hockey History, Kings History, Oilers History

Today in Hockey History: May 21

Matthew Zator | May 21, 2025

Two of the greatest dynasties in National Hockey League history hoisted Lord Stanley’s Cup on this date. May 21 has also seen some big individual performances and final games for…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Column, Hockey History, Islanders History, Kings History, Penguins History

Today in Hockey History: May 18

Matthew Zator | May 18, 2025

The winningest franchise in National Hockey League history had plenty to celebrate on this date throughout the decades. Also, one of the greatest European imports to ever play in the…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Column, Hockey History, Oilers History

Today in Hockey History: Feb. 3

Matthew Zator | February 3, 2025

This has been a very intriguing date in the history of the National Hockey League. In Detroit, two all-time greats who shared the same last name left their mark. More…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Column, Hockey History, Oilers History, Red Wings History, Sabres History

Edmonton Oilers’ Top 7 Game 7 Heroes

Brian Swane | December 30, 2024

The Edmonton Oilers are 8-5 all-time in Game 7, including 4-4 on the road. Edmonton’s winner-take-all history ranges from the infamous to the iconic. Over the course of Edmonton’s 13…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Hockey History, Oilers History
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