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Philadelphia Flyers’ 5 Best Draft Classes of All-Time

Justin Giampietro | June 12, 2024

Only six franchises in the NHL are older than the Philadelphia Flyers, giving them a storied history, to say the least—this applies to the draft, too. They’ve had their lows…

Greatest Calgary Flame to Wear No. 10

Ryan Gagne | June 11, 2024

*This was originally published in Aug. 2022 In case you missed one of the most significant transactions of the NHL offseason, former Florida Panthers’ all-time leading scorer Jonathan Huberdeau was…

Frederik Andersen Trade Revisited

Andrew Forbes | June 11, 2024

For five seasons, Frederik Andersen patrolled the crease for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Though he had some ups and downs with the team, he was well-liked — for the most…

The Bizarre Naming History of TD Garden

THW Archives | June 11, 2024

This article was originally written in October, 2015. TD Garden, home of the Boston Bruins, has only been open for a few decades. But in that time, it’s seen countless…

Today in Hockey History: June 11

Matthew Zator | June 11, 2024

June 11 has been a very exciting day in National Hockey League history. One franchise’s 45-year wait to wear the crown finally came to an end, while another team returned…

Montreal Canadiens’ Top 5 Draft Picks in the Modern Era

Shawn Wilken | June 10, 2024

*This article was originally published in April 2023 In the NHL’s modern-era history, the Montreal Canadiens have landed a top-five draft pick four times. From an All-Star goaltender in Carey…

2016 NHL Entry Draft Top 10: Where Are They Now?

Eugene Helfrick | June 10, 2024

As the 2016 NHL Draft approached, there were questions about how this class would be remembered. Unlike 2015, which featured talent and depth that you typically only see once in…

Ranking Every Calder Trophy Winner Since 2005

Eugene Helfrick | June 10, 2024

Everyone loves when a young, exciting star comes into the NHL and dominates right out of the gate. The Calder Memorial Trophy is given out each year to the league’s…

Today in Hockey History: June 10

Matthew Zator | June 10, 2024

June 10 is a memorable date for a handful of fan bases across the National Hockey League. There were champions crowned in the most dramatic of fashions as well as…

A Brief History of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum

James Nichols | June 9, 2024

The Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum is a multipurpose indoor arena, that is better known as the former home of the New York Islanders, located in Uniondale, New York. The arena…

7 Detroit Red Wings Numbers That Should Be Retired

Tony Wolak | June 9, 2024

As an Original Six franchise, the Detroit Red Wings have had a multitude of Hall-of-Famers don the famous Winged Wheel. And, as of the 2019-20 season, these are the Detroit…

3 Toughest Maple Leafs Since 1990

The Old Prof | June 9, 2024

In NHL terms, a “tough guy” normally refers to a player whose primary role on the team is to engage in physical play, often involving fighting, with opposing players. There…

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