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The 20 greatest nicknames in NHL history
Sometimes, your given name just isn't enough. Hockey has had some great nicknames over the years, from ones that are simple and fitting ("The Great One"), to some that are just a perfect play on a player's actual name ("Pickles").
Detroit Red Wings News / Last Word On Sports / July 16
Top Detroit Red Wings Defining Moments
Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league.
Detroit Red Wings News / Blade of Steel / July 1
Devastating News as the Detroit Red Wings and Hockey World Mourn the Loss of 3-Time Stanley Cup Champion
The Detroit Red Wings made a very sad announcement today, revealing that three-time Stanley Cup champion and Hockey Hall of Famer Alex Delvecchio has passed away at the age of 93.
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
Carolina Hurricanes News / Breakaway on SI / May 24
Hurricanes Have Chance at Rare Playoff History
The Carolina Hurricanes entered the Eastern Conference Final against the Florida Panthers with home-ice advantage while eyeing their first trip to the Stanley Cup Final since 2006.
Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals
Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.
25 great NHL teams that somehow didn't win the Stanley Cup
Often, the presumed best team during one particular NHL season isn't the one to hoist the Stanley Cup when the campaign ends. Here's our list, in chronological order, of 25 noteworthy teams who were good enough to win it all -- but did not.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 18
Alex Ovechkin caps historic season by tying Gordie Howe’s NHL record
The Washington Capitals closed out their 2024-25 regular season with a 5-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday night at PPG Paints Arena. While the Penguins had no postseason implications riding on the game, the long-standing rivalry still delivered, especially with Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby sharing the ice.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 6
How Gordie Howe was honored as Alex Ovechkin passes Wayne Gretzky
While Alex Ovechkin set the NHL career goal record on Sunday passing Wayne Gretzky, another hockey legend was also honored. Gretzky wore a pin with the no.9 on it, to celebrate Detroit Red Wings legend Gordie Howe.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 21
Canadian Prime Minister and former NCAA goalie Mark Carney joins Oilers during practice
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney joined the Edmonton Oilers on the ice for practice on Thursday as the team skated at Rogers Place. No, the 60-year-old
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 12
Penguins’ Sidney Crosby records multi-goal game vs. NHL-record 31st team
One of the best players in the history of the game has etched his name in a unique chapter of the record book. On Tuesday night, Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby scored two goals against the Vegas Golden Knights, making him the first player in league history to have multi-goal games against 31 different NHL franchises.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / March 2
Penguins’ Sidney Crosby passes Gordie Howe for 10th in all-time NHL assists
Another feather in the cap for Sid the Kid. During a game on Sunday afternoon against the Toronto Maple Leafs, Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby surpassed the legend Gordie Howe for 10th all-time in assists in NHL history.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 26
Alex Ovechkin joins exclusive Gordie Howe club after scoring 883rd NHL goal
Another game, another milestone for Alex Ovechkin. The Great Eight scored his 30th goal of the season in a 3-1 loss to the Calgary Flames at Capital One Arena on Tuesday night, in the process extending his NHL record for 30-goal seasons to 19.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 19
Two-time Hart Trophy winner Bobby Hull posthumously diagnosed with CTE
BOSTON — Hockey Hall of Famer and two-time Hart Trophy winner Bobby Hull was posthumously diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), marking the most prominent former NHL player afflicted by the debilitating brain disease caused only by repeated blows to the head.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 30
Five Fascinating Facts About Gordie Howe, 'Mr. Hockey'
Gordie Howe was more than just a hockey player—he embodied the sport of hockey. With a career that transcended decades and a character that left an indelible mark on everyone he met, Howe remains a legendary figure whose life and legacy inspire hockey fans worldwide.
Detroit Red Wings News / Last Word On Sports / July 20, 2024
NHL Sweaters: Best and Worst of the Detroit Red Wings
Sweaters and hockey have been synonymous with each other since the infancy of the sport. Teams have been identified by their iconic colors and patterns.
NHL News / Detroit Hockey Now / June 9, 2024
Former Red Wings Forward Wochy Subject of NHL Productions Documentary
Former Detroit Red Wings forward Steve Wochy is the Timex watch of the NHL. He just keeps on ticking. Not only is he the oldest living player in NHL history, he’s the first Red Wings player to celebrate his 100th birthday.
Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / June 5, 2024
Red Wings Icon Howe Was Multi-Sport Sensation
Imagine Detroit Red Wings legend Gordie Howe as a slugger on the diamond. Or perhaps driving the ball with authority off the tee on the links of a golf course.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 4, 2024
Who were the Oilers three stars from their first round series?
The first round of the playoffs was nothing but a formality for the Edmonton Oilers, bringing regicide to the L.A. Kings. The Oilers showed little stutter in the series.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 19, 2024
Jaromir Jagr tops Gordie Howe as hockey's oldest scorer
Former NHL superstar Jaromir Jagr added another achievement to his impressive hockey resume Thursday, passing Gordie Howe as the sport's oldest professional goal-scorer.
New Jersey Devils News / New Jersey Hockey Now / March 24, 2024
Gotta see it: Devils Timo Meier’s Wires Cross, Completes Gordie Howe Hat-Trick
ELMONT — New Jersey Devils forward Timo Meier is typically a pretty reserved guy. That concept went out the window in the second period of the Devils’ tilt with the New Jersey Devils on Sunday evening at UBS Arena.
Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / December 25, 2023
Red Wings Mr. Hockey Was NHL’s Mr. Christmas
Through his quarter century of play with the Detroit Red Wings, there were many remarkable achievements reached by Gordie Howe, and numerous historic nights recorded.
Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / January 14, 2023
Captials' Alex Ovechkin tied another NHL mark against Flyers
Late in the first period, Ovechkin put a backhander by Flyers goaltender Carter Hart, securing the 17th 30-goal season of his illustrious career. Ovechkin matches Hall of Famer Mike Gartner for the most 30-plus goal campaigns in NHL history.
Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / December 23, 2022
Alex Ovechkin begrudgingly scores goal No. 802, passing Gordie Howe for second all-time
After tying Gordie Howe with goal No. 801 earlier in the game, Alex Ovechkin passed the Hall of Famer, tallying an empty-net goal late in the Washington Capitals' 4-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Friday night.
Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / November 3, 2022
Watch: Alex Ovechkin scores goal No. 786, tying Gordie Howe for most with one team
Future Hall of Famer Alexander Ovechkin hit another milestone in his pursuit of the NHL record for career goals.
Which players have the most points in NHL postseason history?
Which players have the most career postseason points? These are the top 25, all of whom have scored 160 playoff points or more.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 3, 2020
April 6 in sports history: Duke wins second straight national title
Led by Grant Hill and Christian Laettner, the Duke Blue Devils (34-2) routed Michigan and its “Fab Five” freshmen, 71-51, to win their second consecutive NCAA hoops title on April 6, 1992. Here's other big sports news on this date through the years.
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