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Today in Hockey History: Oct. 1

Matthew Zator | October 1, 2023

Oct. 1 has been a very busy day over the years. The greatest player in NHL history had his number retired by the team he started his career with. The…

Categories Column, Hockey History, Islanders History, Oilers History, Penguins History, Senators History

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 29

Matthew Zator | September 29, 2023

On this date, one future Hockey Hall of Famer completed his tour of the state of New York via a trade. In addition, a pair of new captains were named,…

Categories Blues History, Column, Hockey History, Kings History, Rangers History

Buffalo Sabres’ Best Captains in Franchise History

Matthew Morris | August 30, 2023

Though technically nothing more than a formality, the role of captain is an essential one in the NHL and has been throughout its history. A captain is the leader of…

Categories Hockey History, Sabres History

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

Shaun Filippelli | August 5, 2023

*This archive was originally published in 2022 The 100th player in NHL history to join the 400-goal club, Patrick Kane is still far from being done dominating. Sitting in third…

Categories Archives, Chicago Blackhawks, Hockey History

Buffalo Sabres’ Best Trades Ever

Matthew Morris | June 27, 2023

When it comes to making trades, every team in professional sports has had both successes and failures, and the Buffalo Sabres are no different. In the team’s ongoing, 53-year history, some…

Categories Archives, Editor's Choice, Hockey History, Sabres History

Today in Hockey History: June 8

Matthew Zator | June 8, 2023

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…

Categories Bruins History, Canadiens History, Column, Hockey History, Islanders History, Panthers History, Penguins History, Red Wings History, Stars History

Today in Hockey History: May 1

Matthew Zator | May 1, 2023

The calendar flips over from April to May, which usually means more Stanley Cup playoff moments in the National Hockey League. Some of the “Original Six” franchises celebrated big moments…

Categories Bruins History, Canadiens History, Column, Ducks History, Hockey History, Islanders History, Rangers History, Red Wings History

New York Islanders with 100-Point Seasons

Jon Zella | April 17, 2022

The New York Islanders are a storied franchise, even if most the significant parts of their story are in the late 1970s and early ’80s. Their 19-straight playoff series wins…

Categories Hockey History, Islanders History

Capitals History: Reliving 1987’s Easter Epic vs. the Islanders

Ted Starkey | April 17, 2022

Fans drove into the parking lots of the Capital Centre in Landover on a warm Saturday evening on April 18, 1987, expecting to see the thrills and excitement of playoff…

Categories Capitals History, Editor's Choice, Hockey History, Islanders History

New York Islanders’ 50-Goal Scorers

Josh Bell | August 10, 2021

The NHL came to Long Island in 1972, and unlike some teams, it didn’t take long for them to get their franchise’s first 50-goal scorer. In just six seasons, the…

Categories Islanders History

Sabres with 100-Point Seasons

Jeff Seide | June 7, 2021

Reaching the 100-point mark is a special feat for NHL players. It’s an outstanding offensive achievement that speaks to talent, consistency and determination. The century club has long been the…

Categories Sabres History

All-Time Missouri-Born Lineup

Rob Staggenborg | April 3, 2021

If you counted up all of the great things the state of Missouri has given the world — things like Budweiser beer, Mark Twain, championship BBQ, toasted ravioli, a braggy…

Categories Hockey History, St Louis Blues
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