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Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / March 2

By the Letters: 'E'—Excellence in Edmonton and the Esposito Brothers

In the NHL, letter “E” isn't just a vowel; it’s a major character in some of the most storied legacies in hockey history. Letter "E" is synonymous with the Edmonton Oilers, a franchise that fundamentally changed how offensive hockey is played.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / February 6
Hockey Connections: From Backyard Rinks to the Hockey Hall of Fame—The Esposito Brothers

Hockey Connections: From Backyard Rinks to the Hockey Hall of Fame—The Esposito Brothers

If you grew up anywhere with real winters, you can probably picture the Esposito brothers’ early setup: a scraped-together rink in the backyard, a few makeshift boards, and endless hours of skating under cold northern skies .

Boston Bruins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 9, 2025
Bruins’ David Pastrnak joins Bobby Orr, Phil Esposito with historic feat

Bruins’ David Pastrnak joins Bobby Orr, Phil Esposito with historic feat

The Boston Bruins (32-38-9) took a bulldozer to an already shaky season, deciding to enter rebuild mode for the first time in ages. They fired head coach Jim Montgomery in November and dealt away franchise great Brad Marchand and fixtures Charlie Coyle, Brandon Carlo and Trent Frederic ahead of the trade deadline.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 12, 2025
Penguins’ Sidney Crosby records multi-goal game vs. NHL-record 31st team

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.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

NHL News / Boston Sports Journal / March 7, 2025
Bruins reportedly send Brad Marchand to Florida, Charlie Coyle to Colorado, Brandon Carlo to Toronto

Bruins reportedly send Brad Marchand to Florida, Charlie Coyle to Colorado, Brandon Carlo to Toronto

The Bruins are officially conducting a fire sale as this season goes down the drain. According to multiple reports, after previously trading Trent Frederic and Justin Brazeau, the Bruins have been busy selling off huge pieces at the close of the 3 p.m.

Boston Bruins News / The Hockey Writers / October 11, 2024
They Wore It Once: Boston Bruins Players and Their Unique Numbers

They Wore It Once: Boston Bruins Players and Their Unique Numbers

Probably the most memorable sweater number retirement ceremony in Boston Bruins history occurred on Dec. 3, 1987, when Raymond Bourque surprised the legendary Phil Esposito and delighted the fans at the old Boston Garden.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Daily Faceoff / April 11, 2024
Penguins’ Sidney Crosby ties Phil Esposito for 10th on NHL all-time points list

Penguins’ Sidney Crosby ties Phil Esposito for 10th on NHL all-time points list

With a goal and an assist in Thursday night’s game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Detroit Red Wings, Sidney Crosby recorded his 1,589th and 1,590th career points, tying him with Phil Esposito for 10th on the NHL’s all-time points list.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / February 20, 2024
On This Day in Blackhawks History: February 20

On This Day in Blackhawks History: February 20

Here's a list of notable events on February 20 in Chicago Blackhawks history. On February 20, 1944, the Blackhawks and Toronto Maple Leafs played the only scoreless, penalty-free game in NHL history.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / January 25, 2024

On This Day in Blackhawks History: January 25

Here's a list of notable events on January 25 in Chicago Blackhawks history. On January 25, 1964, Phil Esposito scored his first NHL goal. Esposito's inaugural tally came at the 16:01 mark of the second period in the Blackhawks' 5-3 loss to the Detroit Red Wings.

Boston Bruins News / Boston.com / November 28, 2023

NESN to debut first of four-part series on Wednesday celebrating the history of the Bruins

The series will showcase the impact Bobby Orr, Phil Esposito, and the Big, Bad Bruins had on hockey‘s regional popularity in the early 1970s.

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