Posts About "Mark Messier"
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 4
October 4th, 2020 One of the biggest trades of the 1990s went down on this date, altering the path of two National Hockey League franchises. Also, a new team joined the ranks, one of the greatest defensemen in history got his number retired and a trio of Hockey Hall of Famers all earn their first points on the same night. Oilers Trade Messier to New...
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 2
October 2nd, 2020 This has been a very busy day in National Hockey League history. The greatest offensive defenseman ever took his place at the top of the goals list, a new franchise debuted, multiple captains were named and a season began in Europe. Bourque Sets the High Mark Ray Bourque had pretty much done everything a defenseman could by the...
The Greatest Draft in Edmonton Oilers History: 1979 or 1980?
September 27th, 2020 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 389 players in their 40-draft history. Of those 389 draftees, five have gone on to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. These men are Mark Messier,...
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 12
September 12th, 2020 On this date, one of the greatest National Hockey League defensemen ever made history even though his playing days were over. Also, a very popular and successful captain announced his retirement while a regrettable contract was signed on Long Island. Orr Makes More History Even though his playing career had ended the previous...
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 5
September 5th, 2020 One of the most popular players to ever play on Broadway signed on for one more National Hockey League season on this date. Also, the Pittsburgh Penguins added a huge piece of their recent championship success. Messier Goes One More Round Mark Messier is one of the most popular players in New York Rangers history. His leadership...
Edmonton Oilers With 100-Point Seasons
August 27th, 2020 The Edmonton Oilers have been home to some of the best players to ever play the game. From their dynasty days in the 1980s to the modern-day NHL, nine Oilers have scored 100 points in a single season. Here's a look at those nine players who have reached the century mark while playing in Oil Country. Wayne Gretzky 10-Time...
1995-96 Rangers: Sad End to Stanley Cup Hopes
August 23rd, 2020 The New York Rangers made magic in 1993-94, carrying their long-suffering fans on a wild Stanley Cup drought-busting ride that still rates among the greatest moments in NHL history. Three seasons later, Wayne Gretzky would join Mark Messier on Broadway as the Blueshirts made an unexpected surge to the Eastern Conference Final, the final...
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 9
August 9th, 2020 This date in National Hockey League history has had a little bit of everything over the years. The greatest player to ever lace up a pair of skates was traded. There was an Entry Draft loaded with Hall of Fame talent and one of the top goal scorers of all-time was born. Gretzky Goes Hollywood The biggest trade in NHL history...
Today in Hockey History: July 28
July 28th, 2020 National Hockey League fans in British Columbia have had a lot to be excited about on this date. An all-time great who broke barriers retired and a talented second-generation star was born on this date, as well. A Huge Date in Vancouver Fans of the Vancouver Canucks can fondly look back on July 28. They welcomed three great...
Rangers' Most Impactful Trades of All-Time
July 13th, 2020 As an Original Six team, the New York Rangers have been involved in a ton of trades, some of little significance, and some that have shaped or reshaped the entire organization. Perhaps the biggest trade the Rangers were involved in was on Oct. 4, 1991, when they acquired Mark Messier from the Edmonton Oilers. Messier subsequently went...
Today in Hockey History: July 13
July 13th, 2020 July 13 has been all about returning to sites of great success throughout National Hockey League history. A handful of Hall of Fame players and coaches made return trips to teams they were either drafted by or hoisted Stanley Cups for. An Early Blockbuster Trade Less than three months after winning the Stanley Cup, the Detroit Red...
Edmonton Oilers' Top-20 Goal Scorers All-Time
June 29th, 2020 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 that have donned the blue and orange as well. This list explores the franchise's top-20 goal scorers of all-time. 1. Wayne Gretzky (583) Of course, the Great One is atop this mountain of...
Today in Hockey History: June 14
June 14th, 2020 This is one of the most memorable dates on Broadway and it has nothing to do with a musical. Hockey fans in the Big Apple waited 54 seasons for the moment that happened back on this date in 1994. Also, the National Hockey League officially expanded into the Sunshine State. Rangers End Their Drought June 14, 1994, is a date that...
