Hockey History

From 195th pick to playoff legend: Fernando Pisani’s 2006 run made him Edmonton’s hero. Relive the clutch goals that shook Oil Country.

Tyson Barrie recalls his first, curious encounter with Mike Babcock in Toronto — a glimpse at the quirks of a polarizing NHL coach.

Battle of Alberta reached full boil the night the goalies dropped the gloves—an unforgettable, center-ice showdown that lit an NHL rivalry on fire.

Before Chicago Blackhawks glory, Tony Esposito’s NHL start with the Montreal Canadiens was brief but Stanley Cup–worthy. What if he’d stayed?

Where were you when Kirk McLean made "The Save" in 1994 for the Vancouver Canucks? One stop, endless memories, and a city that roared like never before.

How does a single trade, leadership, and sheer size turn Zdeno Chara into an NHL legend? A look at his lasting impact.

Forget the flash—Andy Moog was the calm, dependable heartbeat of the Edmonton Oilers’ dynasty, quietly keeping chaos at bay in net.

He wasn’t just a Maple Leaf—he was an experience. Eddie Shack lit up Toronto with chaos, charm, and heart. Here’s why he still matters.

Joe Thornton, “Jumbo,” wasn’t flashy—he saw the ice differently, made everyone better, and left a quiet, lasting mark on the NHL.

Hardworking winger, David Oliver left his mark on the Edmonton Oilers with grit, clutch goals, and reliability fans still cheer for.

Who has played the most NHL playoff games? It’s not Gretzky. Discover the durable, unheralded heroes who defined postseason longevity.

Bobby Orr’s unforgettable 7-point explosion on November 15, 1973 redefined what a defenseman could be—and gave Boston Bruins fans a night they’ll never forget.

Why isn’t Gretzky anywhere near the top of the playoff games list? The surprising truth reveals how even legends depend on the teams behind them.

From “King Richard” in net to master of the canvas—Richard Brodeur’s journey from Vancouver Canucks legend to artist paints hockey’s soul anew.

In the late 1980s, a teenage goalie named Troy Gamble dared to light the Vancouver Canucks’ spark. Talent, grit, and the question that still lingers: What if?

What if the Edmonton Oilers had drafted Matthew Tkachuk instead of Puljujärvi? Beyond points, it might’ve changed the team’s identity—and their edge.

Before the Sedins or Linden, there was Orland Kurtenbach—the steady first captain who showed the Vancouver Canucks what kind of team it could be.

What happens when hockey’s brightest stars burn out too soon? Daze, Gaborik, and Gagné remind us how fragile greatness can be.

"Bill Barilko disappeared that summer…” The Tragically Hip sang it, and Leafs fans still feel it. His legend never fades.

Toronto let Tuukka Rask slip through their fingers—now every playoff collapse reminds Leafs fans of the goalie that slipped away.

Taylor Hall or Tyler Seguin? 15 years later, their careers diverged—but the 'what if?' from the 2010 draft still interests fans.

From Penguins prodigy to Vegas legend, Marc-André Fleury’s saves, smiles, and leadership make him a first-ballot Hall of Famer.

Wayne Gretzky dazzled, but Glen Sather built the dynasty. Discover how the man behind the Oilers’ five Cups shaped hockey history.

Ken Dryden was more than a goalie—he was hockey’s quiet conscience. Six Cups, one voice that made the game—and life—feel bigger.