Canucks Draft Misses Since 2015
The Vancouver Canucks have struggled to draft and develop players for a large part of the past nine years. Yes, they have found some key players like Thatcher Demko and…
Category Archives: Hockey History
Pittsburgh Penguins’ 10 Best Defensemen in Team History
It may seem cut and dry who the top defenseman in Pittsburgh Penguins history is, but the players leading up to it have made a case for themselves. While the…
Hockey History – the NHL “Second Six”
In March 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…
Today in Hockey History: July 23
A pair of “Original ”6 National Hockey League rivals made a one-sided trade on this date. Also, July 23 saw a long-time executive take a new job, the face of…
The Great WHL Adventure #4: Medicine Hat Tigers
No matter who you cheer for, the first team that made you a hockey fan will always be special. For me, that’s the Medicine Hat Tigers. As soon as my…
Revisiting the Edmonton Oilers’ Disastrous 1990 Draft
In June 1990, the Edmonton Oilers were on top of the world. They had just won their fifth Stanley Cup in seven years, after beating the Boston Bruins 4-1 in…
Flyers’ Brian Propp: Close But No Cigar
Brian Propp remains more than just a hockey player to the Philadelphia Flyers’ community. A stroke survivor in 2015, he has helped raise awareness for the cause and has had a wonderful impact…
Today in Hockey History: July 22
This date in National Hockey League history has not been the most eventful by any means, but it has still provided some interesting tidbits. One veteran player got traded twice…
Revisiting the Tampa Bay Lightning’s 2019 Free Agency Class
Every July, teams around the NHL have a golden opportunity to upgrade their roster. The first week of free agency is one of the most exciting times of the year…
Best & Worst Trades in Winnipeg Jets’ History
The Winnipeg Jets, both 1.0 and current versions, have made plenty of trades. Some were downright steals, while others were total flops. Here’s a look at some of both categories,…