Hockey History

Retro Rangers: Book Review – The Franchise

Rick Carpiniello spent the better part of 43 years (1978-79 – 2020-21) covering the New York Rangers and the NHL for the New York Journal News as well as The Athletic. And his new book, The Franchise: New York Rangers… A Curated History of the Blueshirts, does a great job of condensing all those years into a highly informative and entertaining 256 page read.

Hockey History: “Dippy Don” was the Best Backup!

Hockey History: “Dippy Don” was the Best Backup!

Don Simmons was a very good goaltender who just happened to be playing in the wrong era. Like many netminders in the years before expansion,  Simmons had the great misfortune of trying to break into the NHL during what many consider to be the Golden Age of Goaltending.

'My No. 1 goal is to win a Stanley Cup': How Kyle Okposo is approaching his new role with the Panthers

It's been eight years since the veteran forward played in a playoff game, as he joins a club that has its sights set on a lengthy run this spring. [...]

NHL playoff watch: Wait ... are the Capitals going to win the wild card?

Alex Ovechkin & Co. continue to pile up wins; will they make the postseason? Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery standings and more. [...]

Simmonds to retire a Flyer after 15 NHL seasons

Forward Wayne Simmonds announced his retirement from the NHL on Monday after 15 seasons with six teams. [...]

Lindgren exits Rangers' 5-2 victory with leg injury

New York Rangers defenseman Ryan Lindgren left Sunday's 5-2 victory over the rival New York Islanders with a leg injury suffered in the second period after a hit from Jean-Gabriel [...]

Stars unveil statue of franchise legend Modano

Mike Modano, the Stars' franchise leader in goals, assists and games played, joins Dirk Nowitzki as the only players with statues on the plaza at American Airlines Center. [...]

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