September 25: This Day in NHL History
September 25 NHL History
1926: The NHL officially approves franchises in Chicago and Detroit for the 1926-27 season. Along with a second franchise awarded earlier to...
December 6: This Day in NHL History
December 6 NHL History
1987: If a five-goal night can be a ho-hum occurrence for anyone, it's Wayne Gretzky. He scores three times in the first period, and once...
July 22: This Day in NHL History
July 22 has been a significant date in NHL history, featuring noteworthy events and milestones that have shaped the league.
1970: Sergei Zubov's Birth On...
December 19: This Day in NHL History
Dec. 19 NHL History
1917: The newly formed NHL begins play in its first season when the visiting Montreal Canadiens defeat the Ottawa Senators 7-4, and the Montreal...
January 31: This Day in NHL History
Jan. 31 NHL History
1920: Joe Malone of the Quebec Bulldogs sets an NHL record by scoring seven goals in a 10-6 victory against the Toronto St. Patricks....
November 29: This Day in NHL History
November 29 NHL History
1924: The Montreal Forum, one of hockey's iconic arenas, has its official opening. The Montreal Canadiens celebrate by defeating the Toronto St. Patricks...
September 19: This Day in NHL History
September 19 NHL History
1990: The Pittsburgh Penguins defeat Wayne Gretzky and the Los Angeles Kings 5-3 in a preseason game at St. Petersburg, Florida. The game draws...
July 7 in NHL History: Key Moments and Milestones
Soviet Stars Join the NHL
On July 7, 1989, the New Jersey Devils introduced two groundbreaking Soviet defensemen, Viacheslav Fetisov and Sergei Starikov. This marked...