Jean Béliveau, Miracle of Modesty
Originally written when Mr. Béliveau passed away in Dec. 2014. The hockey world, and all of Canada, mourns the loss of Jean Béliveau, a man of miraculous talent and total modesty,…
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Today in Hockey History: April 4
This date might be one of the most significant in the history of the National Hockey League. Many legendary had huge moments, including some playing in their final regular-season games.…
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 3
March 3 was a special day for one of the most successful families in National Hockey League history. A hectic day in Toronto included some legendary names on the move.…
Today in Hockey History: Nov. 5
This date in NHL history has seen a little bit of everything. There were multiple goals scored in short order, memorable moments in Detroit, Vancouver, and Los Angeles, a big…
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 30
Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 29 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 31 One of the greatest lines in NHL history was put together for the first time on this date.…
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 29
Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 28 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 30 Some of the most legendary players in NHL history added to their resumes on this date. Detroit and…
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 3
Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 2 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 4 The most storied team in NHL history signed one of their most legendary players on this date. Also,…
Guy Lafleur: The Last of the Great Habs Skaters
Guy Lafleur’s 17-year NHL career spanned from 1971 until 1991. The first 14 years were with the Habs, followed by a three-year retirement. He then skated one season with the…
Today in Hockey History: Aug 31
Some of the greatest players from multiple NHL eras had big moments on this date. Everything from birth dates, to the signing of a first professional contract, to being traded…