Marc-Andre Fleury’s Case as a Hall of Famer Shaun Filippelli | November 28, 2025 Marc-André Fleury was one of the best goaltenders in the NHL since he was picked first overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2003. One of only three goalies in league…
7 Cool Things About Jumbo Joe Thornton The Old Prof | November 22, 2025 Joe Thornton, who is often affectionately referred to as “Jumbo,” is one of the NHL’s most iconic figures. Over his three-decade career, he was renowned for his exceptional skill, leadership,…
Jonathan Toews: Beyond the Glory Gail Kauchak | November 1, 2025 After 15 years and three Stanley Cups as the captain of the Chicago Blackhawks, longtime superstar Jonathan Toews took some time away from hockey due to health issues related to…
Jean Béliveau, Miracle of Modesty THW Archives | August 31, 2025 Originally written when Mr. Béliveau passed away in Dec. 2014. The hockey world, and all of Canada, mourns the loss of Jean Béliveau, a man of miraculous talent and total modesty,…
Adam Oates – Undrafted, Elite Playmaker, Hall of Famer & NHL Best Scott Roche | August 27, 2025 Over the long and storied history of the NHL, some of the best playmakers have left their mark on the league. One of those players who left his mark as…
Los Angeles Kings’ Anze Kopitar: Hall of Fame Worthy? Kevin Armstrong | August 24, 2025 The Los Angeles Kings’ captain Anze Kopitar has a big mantel over his fireplace in his house. This is a safe assumption given all those awards he’s racked up in…
Remembering Borje Salming: “King” of Maple Leafs’ Defensemen The Old Prof | August 23, 2025 Borje Salming played 16 seasons for the Toronto Maple Leafs from 1973 to 1989. In his more than 1,000 regular-season games (1,099 to be exact), he scored 148 goals and…
Stan Mikita: A True Chicago Legend Greg Boysen | August 7, 2025 On Aug. 7, 2018, the hockey world lost one of its greatest ambassadors and the city of Chicago lost one of its biggest sports legends. Stan Mikita passed away at…
Utah Mammoth Prospect Reko Alanko Faces First Test in Pitsiturnaus Tournament Andrew Epps | August 5, 2025 Pitsiturnaus is Rauma’s annual preseason hockey festival that brings six teams together every August in Kivikylän Areena. First held in 1993 as part of the city’s Lace Week celebrations, it…
Derek “Turk” Sanderson: A Boston Legend THW Archives | August 3, 2025 Combine a gritty style of play with quick hands and fast feet, throw in a swagger that sat well with his movie-star good looks, mix well with his fair share…
Rod Gilbert: Mr. Ranger THW Archives | August 1, 2025 Rod Gilbert and the New York Rangers were a perfect match. It’s been over half a century since Gilbert made his debut at the old Madison Square Garden (located on…
Dale Hunter’s Unbreakable Record Nathaniel Oliver | July 31, 2025 Nicknamed “The Nuisance” for his sandpapery, face-wash, stick-to-the-groin style of play, Dale Hunter was a difference maker for every season of his 19-year NHL career. Though he never won the…
