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7 Worst Trades in Boston Bruins History

THW Archives | February 10, 2026

* originally written in July 2017 As mentioned in this article’s companion piece, the Boston Bruins have come out on the winning end of several of the most lopsided trades…

Categories Archives, Boston Bruins, Bruins History, Hockey History, NHL Trade Analysis

Today in Hockey History: Feb. 1

Matthew Zator | February 1, 2026

Yesterday in Hockey History: Jan. 31 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Feb. 2 The number five has come up a lot on this date in National Hockey League history. Plus, some…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Canadiens History, Column, Flames History, Flyers History, Hockey History, Islanders History

The Best NHL Defensemen Ever

THW Archives | January 29, 2026

The NHL has a long and storied existence. Legendary teams, lines and players serve as a reminder of days gone by while today’s players continue to forge the legacy left…

Categories Archives, Hockey History

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

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 28

Matthew Zator | December 28, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 27 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 29 This date in National Hockey League history included some big names in Montreal and Pittsburgh having huge nights.…

Categories Archives, Canadiens History, Canucks History, Devils History, Hockey History, Penguins History, Rangers History

The 10 Greatest Hockey Moments From The Past 25 Years

Mike Fink | December 21, 2025

Hockey’s history is filled with iconic moments. From Bobby Orr’s Flying Goal to the numerous memorable Stanley Cup celebrations, some hockey moments have stood the test of time and are…

Categories 4 Nations Face-off, Archives, Chicago Blackhawks, Colorado Avalanche, Hockey History, Olympics, Pittsburgh Penguins, Top 10 Lists, Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals

History of the Bruins’ 7th Player Award

Nick Abramo | December 11, 2025

As a nine-year-old in the spring of 1969, the first time I heard about the Boston Bruins’ 7th Player Award was when the team’s TV partner, WSBK Ch. 38, promoted…

Categories Archives, Boston Bruins, Bruins History, Hockey History

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 3

Matthew Zator | December 3, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 2 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 4 This date in National Hockey League history has seen a little bit of everything. There were a handful…

Categories Archives, Bruins History, Column, Hockey History, Islanders History, Rangers History, Red Wings History, Sharks History

Notable NHL Captains Who Got Traded

Ryan Gagne | November 30, 2025

*This article was originally published in Aug. 2021 The National Hockey League is a professional sports league and a business at the same time. The lines often get blurred, especially…

Categories Archives, Hockey History, NHL Trade Analysis

They Wore It Once: Boston Bruins Players and Their Unique Numbers

Zander Manning | November 19, 2025

Probably the most memorable sweater number retirement ceremony in Boston Bruins history occurred on Dec. 3, 1987, when Raymond Bourque surprised the legendary Phil Esposito and delighted the fans at…

Categories Archives, Boston Bruins, Bruins History, Hockey History

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 25

Matthew Zator | October 25, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 24 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 26 On this date, the NHL’s highest-scoring defenseman ever took his place at the top of the list. Also,…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Column, Hockey History, Maple Leafs History, Rangers History, Red Wings History

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 8

Matthew Zator | October 8, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 7 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 9 Oct. 8 is another extremely busy day in NHL history. One of its greatest players ever signed his…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Canadiens History, Column, Devils History, Ducks History, Hockey History, Red Wings History, Sharks History
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