Today in Hockey History: Aug. 24
On this date, in 1972, the greatest single class in the history of the Hockey Hall of Fame was inducted. Also, NHL history was made when a pair of brothers…
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Quebec Nordiques – A History of Beer, Brawls, and Van Halen
The Quebec Nordiques almost didn’t exist. And depending on who you ask, maybe they shouldn’t have existed at all. In fact, their story begins on the other side of the continent,…
Daily Hockey Trivia – Conn Smythe, Goal Leaders & Shorthanded Goals
Welcome to the Daily Hockey Trivia for Aug. 12, 2024. This is a daily series that will test and challenge your knowledge of the modern and historical aspects of NHL…
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 10
Aug. 10 has been both a hectic and sad day in NHL history, as Hall of Famer and Chicago Blackhawks legend Tony Esposito passed away in 2021. In other news,…
Today in Hockey History: July 20
July 20 has been an eventful date in National Hockey League history despite no games being played. A Hall of Fame goaltender finally landed in a spot where he can…
Peter “Foppa” Forsberg: A Biography
The year is 1994. The location is Lillehammer, Norway. It’s a sudden-death shootout in the Olympic hockey finals. With the crowd screaming, Peter Forsberg is at the opposite blue line staring at…
Today in Hockey History: July 9
The events of July 9 are full of Hall of Fame names who left their mark on the National Hockey League, both on the ice and in the front office.…
Today in Hockey History: July 7
July 7 is a significant date in National Hockey League history as a pair of signings made it easier for players from Europe to come over, forever changing the game.…
Eric Lindros Trade Tree: Nordiques to Flyers
When the name Eric Lindros is mentioned, most people remember the dynamic winger who tormented the league as a member of the Philadelphia Flyers. Some others will say his trade…
Today in Hockey History: July 6
Some of the best players of the 1990s were rewarded for their performances on this date. July 6 also saw several coaching changes, roster moves, and the birth of two…