Posts About "Original Six"
Hockey History - the NHL "Second Six"
July 23rd, 2020 In March of 1965, a formal process began headed by then NHL President Clarence Campbell so that the league would expand its operation to include a second division of six teams. Gone would be the days of the so-called "Original Six" franchises. Joining them would be a half-dozen new teams that would see the NHL reach...
Origins of Every NHL Team: Eastern Conference
May 31st, 2020 In the first of a two-part post, learn how the Eastern Conference grew to its current size of 16 teams. Through expansion, league merger, and relocation, the conference increased from five of the Original Six teams in the north to having teams in Florida. Learn the story behind each franchise. Origins of all the NHL Western...
Origins of Every NHL Team: Western Conference
February 27th, 2020 In the second of a two-part post, learn how the Western Conference grew to its current size of 15 teams. Through expansion, league merger, and relocation, the conference moved from establishing roots in non-traditional hockey markets like California to having teams in the desert. Learn the story behind each franchise. Origins of all...
The New York Americans: How the NHL Came to MSG
January 8th, 2019 The first National Hockey League team to claim home ice in New York City played at Madison Square Garden and wore red, white, and blue uniforms. This team was not the New York Rangers, but they were responsible for the Rangers coming into existence, and become the Rangers' first rival during the early years of the NHL. Enter, The New...
Casual Fans Should Want a Bruins-Leafs Series
April 7th, 2018 The most wonderful time of the year -- a season that we occasionally call the Stanley Cup playoffs whenever we need to be specific -- is just days away. It's the time of year when hockey games intensify to a whole new level, because it's do-or-die, it's win-or-go-home, and the world's most marvelous trophy, the Stanley Cup, is on the...
Blues Still Hunting for a Cup at 50
January 19th, 2017 It’s been 50 years since the National Hockey League had only six teams. The years from 1942 to 1967 is known as the Original Six Era — the Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, Detriot Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers and the Toronto Maple Leafs were the only teams in the NHL. The NHL added the ‘Second Six’ to...
Ranking Possible Maple Leaf Winter Classic Opponents
January 5th, 2016 The Toronto Maple Leafs look to be in line to host the 2017 Winter Classic, according to TSN’s Pierre Lebrun. It would be part of the team’s celebration for their 100th season. The game would be hosted at BMO Field. It might not be the biggest or most attended game, but since the Montreal Canadiens got an outdoor game for their 100th...
NHL: Stop Shutting Out St. Louis from the Winter Classic
February 24th, 2015 One of the more confounding mysteries to St. Louis Blues fans is the lack of a Winter Classic -- or even mention of the consolation Stadium Series or Heritage Classic -- coming to town. Recently, Blues owner Tom Stillman had to enthusiastically raise his hand from the back of the classroom to remind Mr. Bettman the team still exists. The...
Carey Price for Hart, Vezina? Not So Fast
February 18th, 2015 Largely thanks to the market that is Montreal, Carey Price is being touted by many as a Hart and Vezina Trophy favorite. The hockey media of the day has all but anointed Price, which with so many games left in the regular season is somewhat telling if not surprising. Relegated to the back burner in this debate is Pekka Rinne, sidelined...
Thursday Takeaway: Rangers-Habs Rematch Would be Fun
January 30th, 2015 Pierre McGuire isn’t often praised for his choice of words, but near the end of Thursday’s contest between the Rangers and the Canadiens, the NBCSN analyst hit the nail on the head when he said that a playoff rematch between the Rangers and the Canadiens would be great. Wednesday Night Rivalry…On Thursday? Let’s face it people,...
Montreal Canadiens: The Most Overrated Franchise In NHL History?
September 23rd, 2013 The Montreal Canadiens. Le Habitants. Le Bleu, Blanc, et Rouge. Le Grand Club. Le Saint- Flanelle. No matter the name, Montreal's team sits atop the hockey world - and for good reason. They've been in existence over a century and still their fan base remains loyal to the CH crest. Montreal has 24 very good reasons why...
Best Thing About Detroit Heading East Is...
August 16th, 2013 Revenge for 2009. Detroit's oriental life will reignite the dwindling but constant fire between the Red Wings and Penguins. Rivalries are born in the playoffs, and they transform into something personal when slights are involved. Slights like Sidney Crosby, a player I've taken my time in becoming unfond of, prolonging...
Original 6 Showdown For The Cup
June 13th, 2013 The Chicago Blackhawks and Boston Bruins are in the midst of the first all Original 6 Stanley Cup Final in thirty-four years. The last time it happened was a 1979 Montreal Canadiens sweep of the New York Rangers. Since then, we’ve seen Gretzky and Lemieux come and go, goaltenders evolve into heavily armoured puck stopping giants, and a...
