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Joe Thornton

The 10 Biggest In-Season Trades in NHL History

Paolo Go | December 20, 2025

When the Vancouver Canucks shocked the world by trading franchise defenseman Quinn Hughes during the season, it immediately reshaped the landscape of the NHL. Weeks later, many are still comprehending…

Categories Hockey History

Sharks’ Best Players in Franchise History

Josh Frojelin | December 3, 2025

The San Jose Sharks are a team that lacks the history of the Montreal Canadiens. The team’s beginning in the league saw San Jose take part in the 1991 Expansion…

Categories Archives, Hockey History, San Jose Sharks, Sharks History

Today in Hockey History: Nov. 30

Matthew Zator | November 30, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Nov. 29 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 1 This date in 2005 saw a major trade that forever changed two franchises. Also, one of the greatest…

Categories Archives, Bruins History, Column, Hockey History, Islanders History, Penguins History, Sharks History

7 Cool Things About Jumbo Joe Thornton

The Old Prof | November 22, 2025

Joe Thornton, who is often affectionately referred to as “Jumbo,” is one of the NHL’s most iconic figures. Over his three-decade career, he was renowned for his exceptional skill, leadership,…

Categories Archives, Boston Bruins, Bruins History, Hockey History, Maple Leafs History, Player Profiles, San Jose Sharks, Sharks History, Toronto Maple Leafs

Jennifer Botterill on Joy, Belief, and the Heart of Hockey

The Old Prof | November 11, 2025

As someone who was called to be a teacher — and who’s spent almost sixty years in that calling — every once in a while, you discover a moment that…

Categories Hockey History

Bruins’ Curse of the No. 6 Jersey

Drew Johnson | October 23, 2025

From fans to players and coaches, there are superstitions in many sports – but it seems ice hockey takes it to greater heights. Superstitions in our game even take on…

Categories Archives, Boston Bruins, Bruins History, Hockey History

7 Worst Trades in Boston Bruins History

THW Archives | August 5, 2025

* originally written in July 2017 As mentioned in this article’s companion piece, the Boston Bruins have come out on the winning end of several of the most lopsided trades…

Categories Archives, Boston Bruins, Bruins History, Hockey History, NHL Trade Analysis

Where Are They Now? The Jonathan Cheechoo Edition

THW Archives | July 15, 2025

This article was originally written in August, 2015. Updated in 2020. In 2005-06, a 25-year-old native of Moose Factory, Ontario, one of the most northern settlements in the Province located…

Categories Archives, Hockey History, Player Profiles, San Jose Sharks, Sharks History

Today in Hockey History: July 2

Matthew Zator | July 2, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: July 1 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 3 Usually, July 1 is reserved for the signing of big free-agent contracts, but July 2 has seen its…

Categories Archives, Column, Hockey History, Lightning History, Maple Leafs History, Red Wings History, Sharks History, Stars History

2025 Hockey Hall of Fame Class Announced

Jesse Courville-Lynch | June 24, 2025

On Tuesday (Jun. 24), the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class was announced, with six players being selected for the player category, and two being selected for the builders category.…

Categories NHL News

Today in Hockey History: June 21

Matthew Zator | June 21, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: June 20 Tomorrow in Hockey History: June 22 This date in NHL history has seen some major coaching moves in recent years. It has also hosted…

Categories Archives, Bruins History, Column, Devils History, Hockey History, Islanders History, Penguins History, Rangers History

Today in Hockey History: May 25

Matthew Zator | May 25, 2025

May 25 is one of the most memorable days in National Hockey League history. Not only was a bold prediction made true, but three Stanley Cup champions were crowned as…

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