THW's Hockey History

THW's Hockey History for 07/26/2022

July 26, 2022

The latest from The Hockey Writers.

 07/26/2022 edition:

By Gail Kauchak on Jul 26, 2022 10:37 am

Hockey is, literally speaking, no more than just a game. But as with any sport, it means so much more to those that follow it. The emotional ride of the...

By Eugene Helfrick on Jul 26, 2022 10:34 am

The NHL has had its share of stars and superstars throughout history. Some of these players have been able to single-handedly impact a game, win a playoff series, even turn...

By The Old Prof on Jul 26, 2022 10:31 am

When I was a young boy – I am thinking about eight or nine – my father took me to visit Maple Leaf Gardens. He was usually a quiet man,...

By Trege Wilson on Jul 25, 2022 01:53 pm

Marc Bergevin was the general manager (GM) of the Montreal Canadiens for nine years and had his ups and downs. He seemed to be very good at making trades but...

By Devon Platana on Jul 25, 2022 01:48 pm

The fourth installment in this series has arrived after previously looking at how the Minnesota Wild did in their first three drafts. If you missed any of them or want a refresher,...

By Tom Castro on Jul 25, 2022 12:57 pm

For established world-class athletes, joining a team in New York City from elsewhere always has been, and always will be, a different animal. A select group of imported players thrives...

By Michael Wilson on Jul 24, 2022 02:11 pm

Offer sheets are rare in the NHL. Given the uncertainty, stigma, and compensatory draft picks involved, risk-averse general managers seldom use this avenue to acquire players. The Calgary Flames have a short...

By Colton Pankiw on Jul 24, 2022 02:07 pm

It seems crazy to think that the 2009 NHL Draft class, one headlined by John Tavares, took place over a decade ago. Given how long ago it took place, it...

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