Today in Hockey History: Sept. 9 Matthew Zator | September 9, 2023 This date in hockey history saw some big moments in the NHL and on the international stage. Sept. 9 has been full of Hall of Fame players with induction ceremonies,…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 1 Matthew Zator | September 1, 2023 A familiar face returned to Pittsburgh on this date, but this time as an owner. Also, there were some big moments for a couple of the NHL’s earliest stars. Let’s…
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 29 Matthew Zator | August 29, 2023 On this date, one of the most prolific goal scorers in NHL history had to step away from the game for one season due to health reasons. Also, another talented…
Connor McDavid Joined Legendary 150-Point Club Scott Blair | August 19, 2023 *this archive was originally published in Jan. 2023 Heading into the Edmonton Oilers game against the Tampa Bay Lighting Thursday on Jan. 19, Connor McDavid was just about on pace…
4 Players Who Have Dominated the Philadelphia Flyers Justin Giampietro | August 19, 2023 Many NHL teams have a select few players that have played their best against their team. The Philadelphia Flyers are no exception. For some reason, certain players tend to be…
Revisiting the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 1995-96 Season George Majchrzak | July 29, 2023 Last season was a disappointment for the Pittsburgh Penguins and their fans, with the team missing the playoffs for the first time in 17 seasons. But in an effort to…
10 of the Best Duos of All Time in NHL History Eugene Helfrick | July 26, 2023 The NHL has had its share of stars and superstars throughout history. Some of these players have been able to single-handedly impact a game, win a playoff series, even turn…
Stanley Cup Final History: The Battle of the Cup-Less Dayton Reimer | June 12, 2023 There’s something special about when a team finally wins their first Stanley Cup. The Philadelphia Flyers, better known as “The Broadstreet Bullies,” were the first expansion team to win it…
Revisiting the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2005-06 Season George Majchrzak | April 28, 2023 It was a long, cold winter in 2005. There was no hockey played that year, as a lockout caused one of North America’s major sports leagues to cancel its season…
Today in Hockey History: April 3 Matthew Zator | April 3, 2023 April 3 was a big date for the Original Six cities of Boston and Toronto. Plus, the most successful father-son duo in National Hockey League history had major milestones. The…
Rendez-vous ‘87: The Best NHL All-Star Experience Colin Newby | February 1, 2023 The NHL All-Star Game doesn’t exactly captivate its audiences with spectacular performances every year. It’s followed the course of other professional sports All-Star experiences with meaningless exhibition play with the…
Oilers’ McDavid at New Level with Most Frequent Scoring of Career Brian Swane | January 11, 2023 Following his goal in the Edmonton Oilers’ 6-3 loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Monday (Jan. 9), Connor McDavid now has scored 34 times and picked up 43 assists through Edmonton’s…