Vladislav Tretiak: Goaltending Guru
Over the last few decades, individuals such as Vladislav Tretiak have shaped the game of hockey in unbelievable ways. It has often been noted that Tretiak never had a fair…
Category Archives: Hockey History
Today in Hockey History: May 22
Today was a big date in National Hockey League history for teams making it to the Stanley Cup Final. Some teams made it for the first time, while others returned…
Ottawa Senators Most Iconic Canadian Players
There’s no secret that the NHL wouldn’t be the league it is without the influx of great American and European players. The Ottawa Senators’ history involves some incredible Swedes, a…
Maple Leafs’ Forgotten Ones: Phil Housley
One game. That’s all it takes for a player to be considered a former member of a franchise. But rarely are those player remembered when it comes to historical conversations…
Today in Hockey History: May 21
Two of the greatest dynasties in National Hockey League history hoisted Lord Stanley’s Cup on this date. May 21 has also seen some big individual performances and final games for…
Vancouver Canucks’ Game 7 Heroes
Over their 50-plus year history in the NHL, the Vancouver Canucks have played 12 Game 7s and will be going for (hopefully) lucky 13 tonight when they take on the…
Tampa Bay’s First Hockey Team: Suncoast Suns
St. Petersburg, Florida, knows hockey. The Tampa Bay Lightning have been in their backyard since 1992 and even played within its city limits from 1993 to 1996. But that’s not…
The Greatest Team of All Time: The Montreal Junior Canadiens
The Junior Canadians were loaded with talented french teens including Gilbert Perreault, Richard Martin, Marc Tardif, Rejean Houle, Ian Turnbull, Andre Dupont, and Jocelyn Guevremont
Stan Mikita: A True Chicago Legend
On Aug. 7, 2018, the hockey world lost one of its greatest ambassadors and the city of Chicago lost one of its biggest sports legends. Stan Mikita passed away at…
Top 10 Worst Mike Milbury Moves
*Original concept by Anatoliy Metter Mike Milbury has long been a flamboyant and interesting figure in the NHL. From his time as a player, when he jumped into the MSG…