We’ve reached the end of my offseason coverage exploring the major free agent moves in the history of the Anaheim Ducks. So far, we’ve taken a look at fruit-bearing signings – Scott Niedermayer, Dustin Penner, Jonas Hiller, Adam Oates, and Saku Koivu. We’ve also examined some misfires – Clayton Stoner, Todd Bertuzzi, Sergei Federov, and
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This date has seen its fair share of memorable events in National Hockey League history. The Los Angeles Kings signed a future crown jewel on defense to his first professional contract. Also, there was a front-office shakeup in Toronto and the birth of a Hall of Fame netminder. The THW time machine is fired up
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 and Chicago over the years. Plus, some Hall of Famers put up some great performances over the years and a couple of Anaheim Ducks’ rookies
This wasn’t the most eventful date in National Hockey League history, but there was a huge win in Philadelphia in 1976. Fans in Edmonton and Los Angeles had a lot to cheer about, while there were plenty of personal milestones hit as well. Let’s strap in and go for our daily trip through the decades.
The Great One proved that his nickname was well-earned twice on this date in NHL history. This was also a very busy date in upstate New York. In addition, some cross-town rivalries were put into motion, and the last game of two record-setting streaks occurred. It is time to take our daily trip back through
If you like legendary names, then Oct. 19 is the date for you. Some of the greatest players to ever strap on a pair of skates in a National Hockey League game had big moments on this date. There were league debuts, first goals, assists, and wins among today’s memories. So, let’s step inside the
Aug. 30 has proven to be a newsworthy day in the history of the National Hockey League. A longtime and successful general manager got his first job, one of the greatest European players of all time signed his final NHL contract and the face of a franchise hung up his skates for good. So, let’s
A familiar face returned to Pittsburgh on this date, but this time it is an owner, although his playing days are quite done yet. Also, there were some big moments for a couple of the National Hockey League’s earliest stars on Sept. 1. So. let’s begin our daily trip back in time to relive all
Some of the greatest players from multiple National Hockey League eras had big moments on this date. Everything from birth dates, to the signing of a first professional contract, to being traded and even retiring. So, let’s hop aboard the THW time machine a relive all the memories from Aug. 31. Ovechkin Inks First NHL
On this date, Mother Nature made her presence felt during one of the most memorable games in National Hockey League history. Also, there was plenty of overtime drama and some coaches who were in need of updating their resumes. The THW time machine is gassed up and ready to take us on our daily journey
Paul Kariya was a young phenom, the face of a young franchise. He was given lofty expectations and broke into the league around the same time as two other comparable Hall of Fame players, Pavel Bure and Eric Lindros. He was a solid all-around player and a statesman for the sport of hockey. Related: Top
Oct. 8 is another extremely busy day in National Hockey League history. One of its greatest players ever signed his first professional contract. This date has seen a little bit of everything, including some big moments in California and Montreal, a new fixation with rats, and the league’s first-ever third-generation player. So. let’s climb inside
One of the legends of the National Hockey League announced his retirement on this date, but he wasn’t able to stay off the ice very long. This date also saw two Hockey Hall of Fame inductions ceremonies and a memorable postgame speech after a tough international loss. It’s time for our daily journey through the
Over the long and storied history of the NHL, some of the best playmakers have left their mark on the league. One of those players who left his mark as one of the league’s best playmakers is Adam Oates, who played for six different teams over 19 seasons. During stops in his career, he played
Aug. 10 has been a hectic day in National Hockey League history. A relocated team got its new identity and logo. An expansion team made its first-ever trade. A coaching change was made, and two future successful head coaches found new homes during their playing days. Avalanche Get Their Identity On Aug. 10, 1995, the
76 goals in a rookie season. It’s a total hard to wrap one’s head around. Everyone has a sports record locked in their mind that will live with them forever. For many, it’s the number of goals “Finnish Flash” Teemu Selanne potted in his 1992-93 rookie campaign for the Winnipeg Jets that stands on top.
Two National Hockey League seasons concluded on this date, one in a very memorable fashion. June 24 has also hosted four different NHL Entry Drafts over the years, which welcomed plenty of star power into the league. Let’s begin our daily look back at all the history made on this date. 17 Seconds The term
Hockey fans in Bean Town have enjoyed what they have seen on this date. Fans in the Windy City can’t complain either. This date has also seen numerous players join the National Hockey League via the draft, and a whole new franchise was added to the mix. Let’s begin our daily trip back in time