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July 5 NHL History: Significant Events and Highlights

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July 5 has been a notable date in NHL history, marked by significant contracts, coaching changes, and player moves that have shaped the league's...
Canada Soviet Union September 6 NHL History

September 6: This Day in NHL History

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September 6 NHL History 1967: The expansion Los Angeles Kings hold their first practice when they open training camp in Guelph, Ontario. The Kings train in...
Mike Bossy January 17 NHL History

January 17: This Day in NHL History

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Jan. 17 NHL History 1932: Roy Worters of the New York Americans becomes the fifth goaltender in NHL history to have 50 shutouts in his career....
Bobby Smith November 11 NHL history

November 11: This Day in NHL History

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November 11 NHL History 1930: The NHL comes to Philadelphia for the first time. But the Philadelphia Quakers lose 3-0 to the New York Rangers when goaltender John...
Mats Sundin June 28 NHL History

June 28: This Day in NHL History

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June 28 NHL History 1964: The Montreal Canadiens make a franchise-altering trade with the Boston Bruins, although no one knows it at the time. Shortly after taking...
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July 29: This Day in NHL History

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On July 29, several important events in NHL history took place, marking this day with milestones and memorable moments. Hall of Famer Ted Lindsay Born...
Wayne Gretzky LA Kings 1989 February 4 NHL History

February 4: This Day in NHL History

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Feb. 4 NHL History 1943: Frank Calder, president of the NHL since its inception in 1917, dies of a heart attack in a Montreal hospital. He's...
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July 14: This Day in NHL History

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The history of the NHL is rich with significant events, and July 14 is no exception. On this date, several key moments have left...