Today in Hockey History: Oct. 21
Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 20 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 22 Oct. 21 has seen plenty of memorable moments from some of the best players in NHL history. This…
Category Archives: Capitals History
A History of the Washington Capitals Screaming Eagle Jerseys
Earlier this week, the Washington Capitals debuted their new alternate jersey design – a red, white, and blue sweater featuring a fan-favorite emblem: the Screaming Eagle, or “screagle” as it…
Remembering Goalie Jim Carey’s Meteoric Capitals Career
If you were watching the NHL in the mid-’90s, you probably remember Jim Carey. Not the comedian with the rubber face—but the goalie with the lightning glove, the calm composure,…
How Olaf (Olie the Goalie) Kölzig Became the Heart of the Washington Capitals
Not many NHL stories start in South Africa. Olaf Kölzig‘s did. Born in Johannesburg to German parents, he didn’t stick around long—his family eventually landed in Union Bay, British Columbia,…
Today in Hockey History: March 18
If you are a fan of the Original Six-era National Hockey League history, then March 18 is the date for you. Plenty of memories were made in Montreal, Boston, Detroit…
Today in Hockey History: March 16
Today is about scoring goals and keeping them out of the net, as this date in National Hockey League history has provided multiple 50-goal scorers and some great goaltending. Plus,…
Today in Hockey History: March 15
March 15 has been a good date in National Hockey League history for defensemen and an even better one for goaltenders. Numerous members of the Hockey Hall of Fame made…
Today in Hockey History: March 12
The man known as the “Golden Jet” made numerous memories on this date in National Hockey League history. Also, a handful of impressive streaks were extended, and one best goal-scorers…
Today in Hockey History: March 7
March 7 is full of the biggest names the National Hockey League has ever seen adding to their legendary resumes. This date has seen it all; huge assists, record-setting shorthanded…
Today in Hockey History: Feb. 20
One of the top offensive stars in the history of the NHL was born on this date and celebrated in style three different times. Feb. 20 came up huge in…