Gordie Howe Hat Trick & Tribute to Russian Rocket
Also, some "Today in Hockey History", looking back at Howe's career, questionable Hall of Fame selections, and more.
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In today’s edition, we have a few “Today in Hockey History” posts, a tribute to Pavel Bure aka The Russian Rocket, a look back at Gordie Howe’s career and the hat trick named after him, questionable Hockey Hall of Fame selections, and more.
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Today in Hockey History: April 1
There is no fooling about how great April 1 has been throughout National Hockey League history. Over 100 years ago, the Stanley Cup was lost to a global pandemic, something we feared was going to happen in 2020. There were plenty of franchise firsts occurring on this day as well. The THW time machine is warmed up and ready to take us on our daily trip to enjoy all the moments from this date.
Pavel Bure – A Tribute to the Russian Rocket
Discussions involving Pavel Bure’s talent always inspire an incredible amount of praise. Songs were written after his arrival, fans were so ecstatic that 2000 of them observed his first practice with the Vancouver Canucks on Nov. 3, 1991 and nobody could seem to get enough of the Russian Rocket.
The Gordie Howe Hat Trick
From the Ted Lindsay Award to the James Norris Trophy, hockey (and sports) have a history of naming things after former players, coaches and integral people. It’s no different when it comes to the Gordie Howe hat trick.
‘Mr. Hockey’ Gordie Howe
On June 10, 2016, the hockey world lost a legend when Gordie Howe passed away. Let’s celebrate the life, career and contributions to our sport with this tremendous tribute to Mr. Hockey written shortly after his passing.
Today in Hockey History: March 31
One of the biggest National Hockey League legends was born on this date. The number 100 was prominent as many members of the Hockey Hall of Fame set personal milestones. Let’s begin our daily trip back in time and relive all the best moments that March 31 has given us over the decades.
7 Highly Questionable HHoF Selections
Founded in 1943, the Hockey Hall of Fame has inducted 381 players, coaches, executives and officials for their tremendous contributions to the sport. While they all have left their mark on the game in various ways, some have accomplished more than others.
Today in Hockey History: March 30
March 30 has been an eventful date in National Hockey League history. There were many Stanley Cup Playoff firsts and four new teams were added to the league. Some of the biggest names the game has ever seen left their mark on this date. Let’s take our daily trip back in time to relive all the best memories this date has given us over the decades.