August 4: This Day in NHL History
On August 4, the NHL commemorates significant milestones that have shaped the history of the league. One of the most notable events on this...
July 18: This Day in NHL History
Key Historical Events on July 18 in the NHL
On this date, July 18, significant events in NHL history unfolded, shaping the future of several...
October 28: This Day in NHL History
October 28 NHL History
1962: Terry Sawchuk of the Detroit Red Wings earns the 100th shutout of his NHL career (90 in the regular season, 10 in the...
November 16: This Day in NHL History
Nov. 16 NHL History
1926: The New York Rangers are a winner in their NHL debut.
One season after the New York Americans join the League and...
October 25: This Day in NHL History
October 25 NHL History
2000: Ray Bourque becomes the highest-scoring defenseman in NHL history.
Bourque passes Paul Coffey by earning two assists in the Colorado Avalanche's 2-1 overtime victory against the Nashville...
June 6: This Day in NHL History
June 6 NHL History
1956: The NHL Board of Governors passes a rule allowing a player serving a minor penalty to return to the ice...
July 3: This Day in NHL History
July 3 NHL History
1970: Teemu Selanne is born, in Helsinki, Finland. Selanne is the first-round choice (No. 10) by the Winnipeg Jets in the...
March 25: This Date in NHL Hockey History
THIS DATE IN NHL HISTORY: March 25
1924: The Montreal Canadiens defeat Calgary 3-0 in Game 2 of the Final (played in Ottawa), to become...