History of Conn Smythe Winners in Losing Efforts
The Conn Smythe Trophy is awarded to the most valuable player of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as voted by the Professional Hockey Writers’ Association. Of the 58 recipients in the…
Category Archives: Hockey History
Capitals Have History on Their Side With 17th Pick
The Washington Capitals are currently selecting with the 17th overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft. They have held this exact spot on multiple occasions before throughout their history.…
Today in Hockey History: June 15
Hockey fans in Bean Town have enjoyed what they have seen on this date. Fans in the Windy City can’t complain either. This date has also seen numerous players join…
Oilers Have History of Heartbreak in Game 4 When Trailing Series 3-0
Captain Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers face incredibly long odds as they look to rally from trailing 3-0 against the Florida Panthers in the 2024 Stanley Cup Final. Edmonton…
Blue Jackets’ 5 Biggest Draft Busts of All-Time
Draft day hasn’t always been kind to the Columbus Blue Jackets – especially in their early years. While the team was often loaded with high selections, some swings and misses…
Maple Leafs’ Draft Picks That Got Away
The Toronto Maple Leafs team of the early 2000s was one of the most beloved by Leafs Nation. With names like Mats Sundin, Gary Roberts, Darcy Tucker, Bryan McCabe, Alexander…
Canadiens’ Biggest Draft Busts of the 2010s
With an NHL-leading 24 Stanley Cups, the Montreal Canadiens are a bit of an enigma. They have the pedigree, but consistent success eludes them year to year, leading fans and…
Today in Hockey History: June 14
This is one of the most memorable dates ever on Broadway, and it has nothing to do with a musical. Hockey fans in the Big Apple waited 54 seasons for…
Philadelphia Flyers’ Top 5 Drafted Wingers in Franchise History
The 2024 NHL Entry Draft will take place on June 28, 2024, at the Sphere in Las Vegas. The Philadelphia Flyers have the 12th pick in the first round. With…
Montreal Canadiens’ 2012 Draft Class Revisited
In 2012, the Montreal Canadiens ushered in a new era with general manager Marc Bergevin joining the club and assuming responsibility of the team’s future. His tenure started with the…