Showing posts with label nhl history. Show all posts
Showing posts with label nhl history. Show all posts
Friday, October 10, 2025

Wendel Clark Erupts For 4 Goals In Early-Season Shootout vs Buffalo

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For Toronto Maple Leafs power forward Wendel Clark , the 1986-87 NHL season began with fireworks. After scoring once in the season opener a...
Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Wayne Connelly’s Hat Trick Leads North Stars to First-Ever Win Over Canadiens

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On March 4, 1968, the Minnesota North Stars hosted the Montreal Canadiens at the Metropolitan Sports Center for their final meeting of the ...
Monday, October 6, 2025

Al MacAdam Scores the Only Penalty Shot Goal in Cleveland Barons History

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During their brief time in the NHL, the Cleveland Barons had just one chance at a penalty shot and it came courtesy of Prince Edward Islan...
Saturday, October 4, 2025

The Night Rick Martin Mixed Goals and Grit Against Toronto

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Rick Martin was closing in on his second straight 50-goal season for the Buffalo Sabres when they faced the Toronto Maple Leafs at Maple Le...
Friday, October 3, 2025

Al Hill’s Unforgettable NHL Debut With the Philadelphia Flyers

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When it comes to unforgettable NHL debuts, none shine brighter than Al Hill’s first game with the Philadelphia Flyers. Undrafted, Hill came...
Monday, September 29, 2025

Brian Sutter’s Supercharged Gordie Howe Hat Trick Knocks Out Winnipeg Jets in 1982 Playoffs

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When the St. Louis Blues and Winnipeg Jets squared off in the opening round of the 1981-82 Stanley Cup playoffs, few expected the Blues to ...
Sunday, September 28, 2025

Super Mario’s Legendary 5-Goal New Year’s Eve Performance in 1988

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On December 31, 1988, the Pittsburgh Civic Arena became the stage for one of the most jaw-dropping individual performances in NHL history. ...
Thursday, September 25, 2025

Gordie Howe’s Natural Hat Trick Powers Red Wings Toward 1955 Stanley Cup

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On April 10, 1955, Detroit’s Olympia Stadium witnessed one of Gordie Howe’s finest playoff performances. Facing the Montreal Canadiens in G...
Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Henry Boucha Scores His First NHL Goal in His First NHL Game

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On February 22, 1972, just ten days after skating for Team USA at the Winter Olympics in Sapporo, Japan, Henry Boucha made his long-awaited ...
Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Bill Clement Leads Atlanta Flames Past Rangers on New Year’s Eve 1976

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On December 31, 1976, the Atlanta Flames rang in the New Year in style at Madison Square Garden with a 4-2 win over the New York Rangers. Th...
Sunday, September 21, 2025

Bob Bourne Delivers Clutch Goals and Grit vs. the Jets

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The New York Islanders dynasty wasn’t built solely on superstars like Mike Bossy, Bryan Trottier , and Denis Potvin. Players like Bob Bourn...
Saturday, September 20, 2025

The Last Goalie To Play Every Minute Of An NHL Season: Ed Johnston’s Historic 1963-64 Feat

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On March 22, 1964 , Boston Bruins netminder Ed Johnston etched his name into NHL history. That night, he played all 60 minutes of Boston’s...
Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Derek Sanderson’s 6-Point Explosion vs Toronto Previews 1969 Playoffs

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On March 16, 1969, the Boston Bruins sent a loud and clear message to their upcoming playoff opponents, the Toronto Maple Leafs. After fall...
Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Gary Sabourin Scores Four Goals For The California Golden Seals Against His Former Team

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On November 7, 1975, the California Golden Seals pulled off a wild 7-5 win over the New York Rangers at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Aren...
Monday, September 15, 2025

Gary Smith’s Record 48-Loss Season Still Stands Tall In NHL History

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On April 3, 1971 , Gary “Suitcase” Smith set a mark in NHL history that has never been matched. Playing for the struggling California Golde...