March 30 has been an eventful date in National Hockey League history. There were many Stanley Cup Playoff firsts and four new teams were added to the league. Some of the biggest names the game has ever seen left their mark on this date. Let’s take our daily trip back in time to relive all
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This date in National Hockey League history was pretty eventful in the state of New York. Plus, a whole slew of Hockey Hall of Famers added to their great resumes and some big names were traded, as well. The THW time machine is warmed up and ready to go. Let’s take our daily trip through
We are into March, which usually means the playoff push intensifies across the National Hockey League, leading to many big moments over the years. The greatest player to ever lace up a pair of skates took ownership of one of his many unbreakable records on this date. Also, March 1 has been a unique date
One of the greatest goaltenders the National Hockey League had ever seen officially ended his playing on this date. Jan. 29 has also seen a plethora of personal milestones including the No. 1,000 reappearing in different forms. Let’s buckle into THW’s time machine for our daily trip throughout the decades. Brodeur Hangs Them Up No
This date in National Hockey League history has seen a little bit of everything. One of the most successful sets of brothers both had big games. There was plenty going on between the pipes and behind the bench. Heck, even the officials made history on this date. It is time to start your day with
The Philadelphia Flyers squared off against the Cleveland Barons on Dec. 11, 1977. On that day, history was made. The Flyers routed the Barons by a score of 11-1. Though the whole team played a part in the drubbing, defenseman Tom Bladon stole the show with four goals and four assists. He became the first
Winger Mark Recchi accomplished it all in hockey. He is a three-time Stanley Cup champion, seven-time NHL All-Star, and a Hockey Hall of Famer among other accolades. He spent his 22-year NHL journey with seven clubs and played in over 1,500 games. While he did not win a Stanley Cup in a Flyers sweater, some
Dating back to 1967, when the NHL saw its first expansion, the Philadelphia Flyers have had one of the most iconic uniforms in hockey. As one of the only teams to utilize the color orange in their uniform, the Flyers sweaters have almost always stood out. On top of that, the use of the same
This date in National Hockey League history was especially good for players named Bobby. It has also provided many memorable moments all across the state of New York and in the City of Brotherly Love. Orr’s Enormous Day Bobby Orr had a ton of memorable days throughout his legendary career, but Nov. 15, 1973, is
Two Hockey Hall of Famers tried to be only the second player ever to accomplish a very impressive feat in the same game. Also, there were numerous National Hockey League greats who hit personal milestones. Plus, there were many great memories in New York, Anaheim and for both teams in Pennsylvania. Gretzky Wins the Race
Growing up in Alberta, Canada, Bill Flett became accustomed to handling cattle at a young age, and building his muscles while working on a farm. He had been a calf-roper in and around the Calgary area, and was known to participate in rodeos with regularity. This extracurricular activity of his took place well throughout his
Oct. 22 has provided plenty of memorable moments in National Hockey League history. Some of the greatest skaters to ever play the game hit personal milestones on this date. Also, a handful of Hall of Fame goaltenders left their mark on the record books. A Pair of Big Games for Super Mario Mario Lemieux scored
On June 18, 2007, the Philadelphia Flyers made a trade with the Nashville Predators, sending a first-round pick for winger Scott Hartnell and defenseman Kimmo Timonen. They both quickly signed long-term contract extensions with the Flyers, and made a huge impact for the club throughout the late 2000s up until the mid-2010s. They were significant
Sept. 24 has been a very busy day in National Hockey League history that saw everything from rule changes, coaching hires, a new captain and the induction of a talented Hall of Fame class. On the international stage, this date saw one of the most memorable slashing penalties to ever take place. Canada Returns the
A pair of longtime teammates were inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame together on this date. Also, the most famous international series ever played resumed in a new setting. Finally, the National Hockey League installed its first-ever salary cap and saw the relocation of one of its early teams. Stosh & the Golden Jet
The final Canada Cup match ever played occurred on this date. Plus, the greatest player in National Hockey League history took place in his first-ever professional and NHL training camp exactly one year apart. Final Canada Cup Champion Crowned The last Canada Cup championship game was played on Sept. 16, 1991. The tournament was replaced
Founded in 1967, the Philadelphia Flyers have been one of hockey’s most successful franchises over the last half-century. They have the third-highest all-time points percentage among NHL teams, trailing only the Montreal Canadiens and the Vegas Golden Knights, a team that has yet to play three full seasons. This is the Flyers’ 52nd season. Unless
From the rough-and-tumble 1970s to the modern-day NHL, a half-dozen Philadelphia Flyers’ players have recorded 100-plus points in a single season. Here’s a look at all six of them — undoubted Flyers’ royalty, in every case — that accomplished the fantastic feat since the team began as an expansion franchise in 1967. The Broad Street