Fuhr Suspension Helped Pave Way for NHL Drug Policy
The response was swift and harsh and not even the cat-like reflexes of Grant Fuhr could stop it. On Sept. 27, 1990, NHL president John Ziegler imposed a one-year suspension…
Category Archives: Oilers History
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 28
On this date, one of Canada’s most unlikely heroes became a legend after his third straight game-winning goal. Also, two Hockey Hall of Famers were born while one signed his…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 27
On this date, the NHL did two things for the first time it would later do on a regular basis; play outdoors and in the city of Las Vegas. Also,…
What Ever Happened to Rob Schremp?
This article was originally written in March 2015. Remember Rob Schremp? He was once touted as one of the NHL’s most promising young players. He was a gifted playmaker and…
Oilers Trade Tree: From Yakupov to Skinner
‘Fail for Nail’ rang through streets of Edmonton during the 2011-12 NHL season as the Edmonton Oilers, for the sixth straight year, slotted as lottery hopefuls rather than playoff contenders.…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 19
Sept. 19 was a good day for NHL debuts as a former number one overall pick, and a new franchise took to the ice for the first time. Also, the…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 16
Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 15 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 17 The final Canada Cup match ever played occurred on this date. Plus, the greatest player in NHL history…
10 Biggest Oilers Draft Busts Since 2000
The Edmonton Oilers’ struggles at the draft table have been well documented over the years. Poor drafting and developing had been a critical factor in why the Oilers had only…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 12
Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 11 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 13 On this date, one of the greatest NHL defensemen ever made history, even though his playing days were…
Daily Hockey Trivia – Journeymen, Goal Leaders & Hamburgers
Welcome to the Daily Hockey Trivia for Sept. 9, 2024. This is a daily series that will test and challenge your knowledge of the modern and historical aspects of NHL…