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Today in Hockey History: Jan. 24

Matthew Zator | January 24, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Jan. 23 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Jan. 25 One of the greatest goal scorers in National Hockey League history had two big achievements on this date.…

Categories Archives, Avalanche History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Canucks History, Hockey History, Islanders History, Wild History

10 of the Best Duos of All Time in NHL History

Eugene Helfrick | January 24, 2026

The NHL has had its share of stars and superstars throughout history. Some of these players have been able to single-handedly impact a game, win a playoff series, even turn…

Categories Archives, Hockey History, Top 10 Lists

Today in Hockey History: Jan. 20

Matthew Zator | January 20, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Jan. 19 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Jan. 21 Two of the greatest players who ever skated in the National Hockey League had memorable performances on this…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Blues History, Column, Hockey History, Kings History, Oilers History, Penguins History, Predators History, Red Wings History

Today in Hockey History: Jan. 12

Matthew Zator | January 12, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Jan. 11 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Jan. 13 Jan. 12 had some big moments from some of the greatest players in National Hockey League history. One…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Canadiens History, Devils History, Flames History, Hockey History, Penguins History, Red Wings History

Greatest NHL Player for Each Jersey Number

Spencer Lazary | January 8, 2026

Debates over great NHL players have been conducted for decades. People have debated over the greatest player to play each position, who the best goal scorer is, and who the…

Categories Archives, Hockey History

Today in Hockey History: Jan. 4

Matthew Zator | January 4, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Jan. 3 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Jan. 5 Jan. 4 has been quite the busy day in National Hockey League history. The greatest player of them…

Categories Archives, Blues History, Bruins History, Column, Hockey History, Kings History, Maple Leafs History, Oilers History, Penguins History, Rangers History

10 Greatest Pittsburgh Penguins in Franchise History

Nick Horwat | January 2, 2026

*This article was last updated in Jan. 2026 Since their inaugural 1967 season, fans of the Pittsburgh Penguins have witnessed some of the greatest players the sport has ever seen.…

Categories Archives, Hockey History, Penguins History, Pittsburgh Penguins

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 31

Matthew Zator | December 31, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 30 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Jan. 1 As we get ready to say goodbye to the year and welcome in new beginnings, we will take…

Categories Archives, Canadiens History, Capitals History, Column, Golden Knights History, Hockey History, Penguins History, Sabres History

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 30

Matthew Zator | December 30, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 29 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 31 If you had to construct a Mount Rushmore of the four greatest players in National Hockey League History,…

Categories Archives, Blues History, Canadiens History, Canucks History, Hockey History, Kings History, Maple Leafs History, Penguins History

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 27

Matthew Zator | December 27, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 26 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 28 On this date, one of the greatest players in National Hockey League history made his triumphant return after…

Categories Archives, Canucks History, Column, Hockey History, Oilers Management, Penguins History, Rangers History, Red Wings History

Penguins Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Goaltending Drama, Crosby, Blown Leads and More

THW Staff | December 15, 2025

The Pittsburgh Penguins enter the week of Dec. 15-21, 2025, in a precarious position, looking to snap a five-game losing streak while integrating a major new piece into their lineup.…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

NHL Hat Tricks History & Fun Facts

Matthew Zator | December 12, 2025

A hat trick is one of the NHL’s rarest achievements with only 77 during the 2024-25 season. That’s rarer than a shutout, with 154 in 2024-25, or a shorthanded goal,…

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