Rangers Continue to Be Haunted by Joe Sakic
NHL Hall of Famer Joe Sakic never delivered much in the way of on-ice heartbreak to the New York Rangers, the star center spending 13 of his 20 NHL seasons…
Category Archives: Hockey History
Red Wings’ Worst Free Agent Signings of the Past 20 Years
While there are always bright spots when it comes to free-agent signings, the flip side is the signings that do not pan out as well. Over the past 20 years,…
Paul Byron’s Finest Moments With the Montreal Canadiens
In Oct. 2015, the Montreal Canadiens picked up Paul Byron off waivers from the Calgary Flames. A fan-made video showcasing his blazing speed was convincing enough for the Canadiens’ staff to give…
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.…
Edmonton Oilers’ History of Drafting London Knights Players
The Edmonton Oilers made seven selections during the 2024 NHL Draft on June 28 and 29, including a pair of forwards from the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League…
Revisiting the Capitals’ Bondra-Laich Trade with Ottawa
Before Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom played for the Washington Capitals, Peter Bondra was statistically the best player in the franchise’s history. Selected in the eighth round (156th overall) of…
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…
The Best NHL Defensemen Ever
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…
The WHA – A Look Back at the Upstart Hockey League
As the National Hockey League continued to prosper in the early 1970s, there was a demand for more teams in more cities throughout much of the United States and Canada…