1967 NHL Expansion Rick Cole | June 6, 2021 June 6, 1967. If you are an old-time hockey fan, or a purist, that date is a day of infamy. If you are of the more modern generation, you likely…
Today in Hockey History: June 3 Greg Boysen | June 3, 2021 One of the most memorable penalties in Stanley Cup Final history was called on this date. Also, June 3 was a hectic day for the front office in Motown and…
8 Unbreakable Detroit Red Wings Records Tony Wolak | May 18, 2021 Throughout the history of the Detroit Red Wings franchise, countless legends and hockey icons have donned the winged wheel. Those stars have gone on to set some impressive franchise records…
Best NHL Team of All-Time Brackets: 1951-52 Detroit Red Wings Tony Wolak | May 5, 2021 The Detroit Red Wings have featured a handful of extraordinary teams over the years, but the 1951-52 team stands out as one of the best … in NHL history. Back…
The 5 Greatest Goaltenders in NHL History THW Archives | May 3, 2021 Ranking goaltenders throughout the history of the NHL is an arduous task. Multiple factors must be considered: sheer dominance, longevity, impact on the sport, etc. For some, raw win and ring totals…
Today in Hockey History: March 15 Greg Boysen | March 15, 2021 March 15 has been a good date in National Hockey League history for defensemen and an even better one for goaltenders. Numerous members of the Hockey Hall of Fame made…
6 Hall of Famers You Didn’t Know Were LA Kings Quinn McLellan | March 10, 2021 The Los Angeles Kings were a part of the NHL’s original expansion (1967-68). Numerous fabled players have donned the Kings’ sweater since their inception. When thinking of legendary Kings of…
Top 5 NHL Goaltenders of the 1950s Greg Boysen | February 19, 2021 The 1950s was a decade of evolution and innovation across the National Hockey League. The goaltender position was played much differently than what we see today. Masks were not worn…
Terry Sawchuk – How the Maple Leafs Snagged the Hall of Fame Goalie THW Archives | February 8, 2021 The following is one of our many posts written as if it were 1964, as the events unfolded. It’s a slow hockey news day this 27th of September, 1964, so we…
Today in Hockey History: Dec. 28 Greg Boysen | December 28, 2020 This date in National Hockey League history included some big names in Montreal and Pittsburgh having huge nights. Plus, some impressive streaks were stopped and started, the league had a…
Worst Trades in Red Wings History Tony Wolak | December 17, 2020 As the Detroit Red Wings continue to rebuild, thoughts of missed opportunities, unnecessarily long contracts, and poor trades often come to mind. And with general manager Ken Holland leading the…
Today in Hockey History: Nov. 21 Greg Boysen | November 21, 2020 This has been a very intriguing date in National Hockey League history. It has provided us with a new all-time leading scorer for players born in Europe. There were also…
