Showing posts with label nhl history. Show all posts
Showing posts with label nhl history. Show all posts
Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Darryl Sittler’s First Game Against the Maple Leafs: A Bittersweet End to a Blue & White Legacy

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On April 4, 1982, at the Philadelphia Spectrum, NHL fans witnessed a bittersweet and historic moment: Darryl Sittler, once the heart and so...
Thursday, July 10, 2025

Bobby Hull’s First 4-Goal NHL Game Came at the Expense of Johnny Bower and the Toronto Maple Leafs

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On February 21, 1960, Bobby Hull delivered one of the most memorable offensive performances of his career at Chicago Stadium, scoring four ...
Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Bill Masterton Makes History in North Stars Debut Game

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On October 11, 1967, history was written on multiple fronts in the National Hockey League. The expansion-era Minnesota North Stars played t...
Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Tim Kerr’s Historic 4-Goal Period Still Stands As NHL Playoff Record

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On April 13, 1985, Tim Kerr of the Philadelphia Flyers etched his name into NHL playoff history with a jaw-dropping performance that still ...
Monday, July 7, 2025

Mark Howe Leads Hartford Whalers to First NHL Victory in Franchise History

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After four winless games to start their inaugural NHL season, the Hartford Whalers finally broke through with a landmark victory on October...
Sunday, July 6, 2025

Dino Ciccarelli Becomes First 50-Goal Scorer in North Stars History

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On March 8, 1982, Dino Ciccarelli etched his name into Minnesota North Stars history by becoming the franchise’s first-ever 50-goal scorer....
Saturday, July 5, 2025

Ken Hodge’s 6 Assist Game Still a Boston Bruins Record

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On February 9, 1971, Ken Hodge turned playmaker and carved his name into Boston Bruins history with a record-setting performance that still...
Friday, July 4, 2025

Gilles Meloche Faces 58 Shots in Madison Square Garden Showdown

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On January 31, 1973, at Madison Square Garden, Gilles Meloche of the California Golden Seals delivered a spectacular goaltending performanc...
Thursday, July 3, 2025

Denis Potvin Sparks Islanders’ First-Ever Win Over Rangers in 1973

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The New York Islanders didn’t find much early success against their New York City rivals after joining the NHL for the 1972-73 season. Faci...
Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Broadway Hero: Pete Stemkowski’s 3OT Goal vs. Blackhawks

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In one of the most dramatic moments of the 1971 Stanley Cup Playoffs, Pete Stemkowski etched his name into New York Rangers history with a ...
Monday, June 30, 2025

Danny Gare Haunts the Sabres in Wild 1984 Finish

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On October 26, 1984, in just the eighth game of the 1984-85 NHL season, fans at Joe Louis Arena witnessed a bizarre and unforgettable perfo...
Sunday, June 29, 2025

John Ferguson Fights, Scores, and Shines in First Canadiens Game

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When the Montreal Canadiens brought in John Ferguson, the mission was clear, protect Jean Beliveau and keep opponents honest. But on Octob...
Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Former Canadiens Power Rangers to 4-3 Win Over Montreal on December 24, 1966

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It was a Christmas Eve clash that felt more like a ghost story for the Montreal Canadiens. On December 24, 1966, the New York Rangers came ...
Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Bobby Clarke and the Flyers Unleash Offensive Fury Against Detroit

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On February 2, 1974, the Philadelphia Flyers reminded the NHL they weren’t just fists and fury, they had firepower, too. In a dominant 12-2...
Saturday, June 21, 2025

Orland Kurtenbach Records First Hat Trick in Vancouver Canucks History

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On December 12, 1970, in just their inaugural NHL season, the Vancouver Canucks made a bit of franchise history and it was their captain wh...
Friday, June 20, 2025

Tony Esposito’s First Shutout with Chicago Comes Against Canadiens

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When the Chicago Blackhawks acquired Tony Esposito from the Montreal Canadiens in the 1969 off-season, few could’ve predicted just how quic...
Friday, June 13, 2025

Rick Middleton Nets Nifty Hat Trick in His Bruins Debut

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Rick Middleton made an unforgettable first impression in Boston. Drafted 14th overall by the New York Rangers in the 1973 NHL Amateur Draft...
Thursday, June 12, 2025

It Was No April Fool's Joke: Reg Leach Hits 60 Goals in Historic Flyers Blowout

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April 1, 1976, was no laughing matter for the Washington Capitals. Visiting the Philadelphia Flyers at the Spectrum, the Caps were pummeled...
Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Stan Mikita Nets 4 in Chicago’s First-Ever Home Game vs. Penguins

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On December 6, 1967, Stan Mikita recorded the first four-goal game of his Hall of Fame career as the Chicago Blackhawks hosted the expansio...
Sunday, June 8, 2025

Rick Middleton Shines with Four-Point Night in Fiery Win Over North Stars (Feb. 26, 1981)

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Boston Garden was buzzing as the Bruins hosted the Minnesota North Stars, but no one made a bigger impact than Rick Middleton. In a 5-1 Bru...