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The 10 Greatest American Hockey Players Ever

Stephen Ground | April 8, 2022

Hockey has historically been a sport dominated by Canadian players, though in recent years it has become an increasingly international affair. But American players have always had a major role…

The Best #9’s in NHL History

THW Archives | March 15, 2022

This was originally published in August, 2015 and updated March, 2020. Over the course of the NHL’s history, there have been many records put away into the books, rarely to…

Why Minnesota Is Truly the State of Hockey

THW Archives | March 11, 2022

The State of Hockey… What does it mean? Where does it come from? It’s hardly a secret that Minnesota has long been a hockey Mecca. The first hockey teams in…

Mike Modano – Superman on Ice

THW Archives | February 22, 2022

When you think of American hockey, the name Mike Modano is practically a synonym. The Michigan native went on to collect records and accolades throughout his career that have yet…

2021-22 Stars Show How Far Team Has Come in Last Decade

Raylene Lung | December 8, 2021

The Dallas Stars have had a whirlwind of a season so far. The team started off slow and sluggish, with many of their veteran players struggling to find their groove.…

Kane Is Already the Greatest American-Born NHL Player of All-Time

Shaun Filippelli | November 19, 2021

Now the 100th player in NHL history to join the 400-goal club, Patrick Kane is still far from being done dominating. Sitting in sixth all-time for overall production by a…

Today in Hockey History: Nov. 7

Greg Boysen | November 7, 2021

One of the biggest trades in National Hockey History went down on this date as two heated rivals swapped star players. Also, Nov. 7 has seen some of the best…

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 23

Greg Boysen | September 23, 2021

Sept. 23 will be remembered for having the first woman to ever play in a National Hockey League game take to the ice. Also, a group with a lot of…

Today in Hockey History: Aug. 6

Greg Boysen | August 6, 2021

The Nashville Predators hired their first coach in franchise history on this date, and he became one of the best to ever stand behind a National Hockey League bench. Plus,…

Revisiting the Stars’ 1999 Stanley Cup Run

Andy Doorty | June 22, 2021

In Game 6 of the 1999 Stanley Cup Final, Dallas Stars winger Brett Hull had the puck on his stick in triple overtime. With Buffalo Sabres goalie Dominik Hasek sprawled…

All-Time Michigan-Born NHL Lineup

Patrick Brown | April 12, 2021

The Detroit Red Wings have a rich hockey history, but the Motor City isn’t the only place in “The Mitten” known for its hockey pedigree. The state has produced some…

Dallas Stars Captain History

Maddie Manfredi | December 10, 2020

Over the course of the franchise, the Dallas Stars have had six different captains. Each chosen to uphold the values of the team as well as exhibit leadership both on…

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