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History of the NHL Draft: From Campbell’s Concept to Worldwide Event

Tom Castro | June 25, 2022

The father of the NHL draft would probably have trouble comprehending his creation today. When then-league president Clarence Campbell instituted the draft, first held 59 years ago, it was a…

NHL Hat Tricks History & Fun Facts

Kyle Gipe | June 15, 2022

A hat trick is one of the NHL’s rarest achievements with only 97 during the 2018-19 season, or roughly one in 7.6 percent of games. That’s rarer than a shutout,…

Today in Hockey History: June 8

Matthew Zator | June 8, 2022

June 8 is mostly remembered for two things; plenty of Stanley Cup Final action and multiple coaching changes. Also, one of the most memorable Entry Drafts in National Hockey League…

Today in Hockey History: June 1

Matthew Zator | June 1, 2022

June 1 has been a hectic day throughout the course of National Hockey League history. It has seen champions crowned, eras end, legendary arenas built, and coaching changes to go…

NHL Dream Team

THW Archives | May 31, 2022

Scenario: you wake up in the morning with the incredible urge to spend your own money on 31 National Hockey League jerseys, one from the history of each franchise. Which…

7 NHL Superstar Careers Cut Short by Injury

Pete Bauer | May 30, 2022

A lot of players – good, solid, dependable players – had careers that were cut short by injuries. A number of star players never reached their full potential statistically because…

Today in Hockey History: May 26

Matthew Zator | May 26, 2022

In Steel Town, USA, Hockey fans look back on May 26 with a great amount of fondness. In addition, this date was a big one for coaching changes in the…

Today in Hockey History: May 23

Matthew Zator | May 23, 2022

This has been a memorable date for many National Hockey League franchises over the years. We saw everything from overtime wins, return trips to the Stanley Cup Final, and even…

Today in Hockey History: May 17

Matthew Zator | May 17, 2022

May 17 is a very good date for hockey fans on Long Island and in the Steel City. However, the fans in the Twin Cities did not enjoy this date…

The Best NHL Forwards Ever: A Lineup For the Ages

Matthew Zator | May 8, 2022

Over the National Hockey League’s 101 year history, we have had many legendary players take part in the coolest game on ice. The storied franchises of the Montreal Canadiens, Edmonton…

The 5 Greatest Hockey Players Ever

THW Archives | May 6, 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…

Penguins’ CEO David Morehouse’s Resignation Signals the End of an Era

Ben Wagner | May 3, 2022

There’s been a lot of talk about how the 2021-22 season could be the last go-round for the Pittsburgh Penguins‘ core that has carried the team for a decade and…

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