Former NHL star Dany Heatley watched his time with the Atlanta Thrashers come to an end not long after he accidentally killed one of his teammates.
What the Hockey World Can Learn From Russian Athlete Timur Faizutdinov’s Tragic Death
Sometimes when a hockey player gets hit by the puck, it can be fatal like it was for Russian Junior Hockey’s Timur Faizutdinov’s tragic death.
‘Miracle on Ice’ Olympic Hockey Star Mark Pavelich Suffers Unexpected Death at Treatment Center in Tragic Story With Possible Ties to CTE
Mark Pavelich, a member of the 1980 ‘Miracle on Ice’ Olympic hockey team, died at a treatment center in a tragic story with possible ties to CTE.
The Battle of Alberta Is Back Due to the NHL’s 2021 Format: ‘There Will Be Strained Relationships’
The bitter clash between the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers begins and ends with Canada’s Battle of Alberta.
The Penguins’ Mario Lemieux Played for the Team After Buying It Out of Bankruptcy
Mario Lemieux emerged from semi-retirement to play with his own Penguins employees for years — and he looked good doing it.
Trevor Lawrence Can Thank Colin Cowherd for His Newest Motivational Tool
When Trevor Lawrence takes his first NFL snap, likely with the Jacksonville Jaguars, he can think back to Colin Cowherd’s recent negative comments.
An NHL Game Was Postponed, and for Once, It Wasn’t Because of COVID-19
An almost-unprecedented event in Dallas has led to the 36th game postponement of this NHL season.
How Did Peanuts Creator Charles Schulz Get Into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame?
What does Peanuts creator Charles Schulz have in common with Brett Hull? They’re both in the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame.
The Islanders-Rangers Rivalry Is Stronger Than Ever Thanks to the NHL’s New 2021 Format
The Islanders and Rangers have been locked in a battle for New York’s soul for years. The NHL’s current format makes the rivalry more intense.
Who Has a Higher Net Worth: Lindsey Vonn or P.K. Subban?
Lindsey Vonn is one of the most decorated and well-known skiers in her sport. From her performances on the slopes to her dating life, she’s often a topic for gossip fodder. On the other hand, ex-boyfriend P.K. Subban isn’t as well known. Subban plays in the NHL for the New Jersey Devils. The two athletes …
Craig MacTavish’s NHL Career and Life Changed Forever When He Killed a Woman By Committing a ‘Fatal Mistake’
After entering the NHL with the Boston Bruins, Craig MacTavish watched his career go in a different direction after he killed a woman.
Stanley Cup Champ Patrick Kane Beat Up a 62-Year-Old Cabbie Over 20 Cents
Stanley Cup champion Patrick Kane’s reasoning for beating up a cab driver is astonishing for someone who’s made millions in the NHL.
The Colorado Avalanche Could Have Gone by an ‘Extremely’ Different Name
Were it not for a leak in the Denver Post in 1995, we may be calling Colorado’s NHL team something very different than the “Avalanche”.
Old-School Hockey Fans Love the NHL’s 2021 Format: ‘You’re Going to Get a Lot of Hatred on the Ice’
With the new COVID-19 protocols limiting how much some NHL teams can travel, many see it as an opportunity to revitalize a rivalry.
The Tragic Death of Luc Bourdon, a Promising NHL Defenseman Killed in Motorcycle Accident
Luc Bourdon had a very promising NHL career ahead of him. A tragic motorcycle accident, however, cost him his life in 2008.
Former NHL Player Mike Danton Spent 5 Years in Prison For Trying to Hire a Hitman to Murder His Own Father
Mike Danton watched his NHL career come to a swift end because of a failed murder-for-hire plot that shockingly involved his own father.
The NHL Is Hosting Outdoor Games in a Weird Season
Outdoor games have become a staple of the NHL in recent years. But this year, the league has to get even more creative due to COVID-19.
Mike Milbury Just Proved Sexist Comments Can Be Fatal
Former Boston Bruins defenseman and hockey analyst Mike Milbury will not be returning this year to NBC as a commentator.
Evander Kane Has Earned $49 Million in the NHL but Just Lost Everything
San Jose Sharks wing Evander Kane has some major issues ahead of the 2020-21 season. Kane, who has earned $49 million so far, just filed for bankruptcy.
NHL Goalie Ed Belfour Offered Police a Billion Dollar Bribe After a Drunken Incident in a Dallas Hotel
NHL goalie Ed Belfour offered police a billion dollar bribe after a drunken incident at a Dallas hotel.
Revisiting the Horrifying Disappearance and Death of Former Canucks Wing Rick Blight
Rick Blight played seven seasons in the NHL and impressed for the Vancouver Canucks. Blight tragically disappeared and died in the spring of 2005.
The Great ‘1’: Wayne Gretzky Makes His First Hole-in-1
Wayne Gretzky did it all during a two-decade career in hockey. He closed out 2020 by achieving every amateur golfer’s dream.
Bill Masterton Tragically Became the Only NHL Player to Die From His On-Ice Injuries: ‘It Sounded Like a Baseball Bat Hitting a Ball’
In 1968, Minnesota North Stars forward Bill Masterton tragically became the only NHL player to die from his on-ice injuries.
The Boston Bruins Just Made a Stunning $795K Mistake With Zdeno Chara
After 14 years with the Boston Bruins, the team decided not to re-sign veteran defenseman Zdeno Chara for the upcoming season.
The NHL Might Have 2 Teams With Logo Problems On Their Hands
Like the team formerly known as Washington Redskins and Cleveland Indians, two NHL teams are under fire for their logos and nicknames.
Chicago Blackhawks Star Jonathan Toews Dropped a Scary Bombshell on the NHL
Led by stars Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews, Duncan Keith, and Brent Seabrook, the Blackhawks won three Stanley Cups in six seasons and were among the most exciting teams to watch in the NHL.
Dwayne Haskins Foolishly Cost Himself His Job and Millions of Dollars
Former first-round pick Dwayne Haskins just cost himself some significant money from the Washington Football Team with his latest actions.
Erin Andrews’ Husband Is a Two-Time Stanley Cup Champion
Erin Andrews met her future husband at a World Series game when he snuck past security and approached her in the dugout.
Sidney Crosby Could Lose $6.21 Million by No Fault of His Own
Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby is one of the greatest players in league history. Crosby could lose over $6 million by no fault of his own.
Tim Tebow Is Taking a Crack at His Third Pro Sport
Former Heisman Trophy winner and NFL quarterback Tim Tebow has joined the ownership group of a minor-league hockey team.
Canucks Goalie Braden Holtby and His Tortoises Are Stuck at the U.S. Border
Vancouver Canucks goalie Braden Holtby has an unexpected problem on his hands. Holtby and his pet tortoises are currently stuck at the U.S.-Canada border.
Bobby Orr Says He Wants Donald Trump as His ‘Teammate’
Former Boston Bruins standout defenseman and Hockey Hall of Famer Bobby Orr said he wants Donald Trump as a “teammate.”
Doc Emrick Built Up an Impressive Net Worth Before His Retirement
After almost 50 years in the broadcast booth, Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick is retiring. What is the hockey icon’s net worth?
The Fire on Ice Pretty Much Sums up the Bizarre 2020 Sports World
The video of the Zamboni that caught fire while resurfacing the ice is the latest entry into the contest for the most bizarre sports story of 2020.
NHL Players Are Hiding Injuries From Opponents Staying in the Same Hotel: ‘It’s Been Nasty’
After an unprecedented four-month absence, the NHL returned with a bubble plan that, unlike baseball, has mostly avoided controversy. However, this doesn’t mean everything is going smoothly. The idea of a bubble both prevents the spread of COVID-19 and adds a reality TV dynamic to the 2020 season. The NHL handles the coronavirus pandemic RELATED: The Chicago Blackhawks Make …
Washington D.C.’s Historic Coliseum Moonlit as a Jail and Trash Station Before Becoming an REI
Washington D.C.’s flagship REI store has not only hosted Washington sports as the Coliseum; it also has a longer, more interesting history.
Mike Milbury Has a History of Terrible Decisions, Beginning Long Before He Called Women a Distraction
Beyond Mike Milbury’s recent comments about women being a distraction, the hockey veteran has a history of making bad decisions.
Mike Milbury Continues the Foot-In-Mouth Follies by TV and Radio Announcers
NBC and the NHL called out Mike Milbury after he became the latest announcer to say something regrettable on the air.
LA Kings Mascot Finds Himself In a Different Kind of Suit After Sexual Harassment Allegations
The LA Kings mascot is used to performing in a lion outfit, but he finds himself in a different suit after sexual harassment allegations.
What Happened to Don Cherry After He Lost His Job on ‘Hockey Night in Canada?’
After criticizing “you people” in November 2019, Don Cherry lost his job on ‘Hockey Night in Canada.’ What’s Grapes up to now?
What Is the Longest Playoff Hockey Game Ever Played in the NHL?
NHL playoff games go on until one team scores. So, what is the longest playoff hockey game ever played and how long did it take?
The New York Rangers Just Got an Assist From Beyond the Grave for the 2nd Straight NHL Draft Lottery
On Monday Night, the New York Rangers struck gold in the NHL Draft Lottery. For the second straight season, they may have gotten an assist from beyond the grave.
The Edmonton Oilers Offer Fans the Mother of All 50/50 Raffles
The winner of the latest 50/50 raffle at an Edmonton Oilers game collected more that $1 million.
Why the NHL’s Return Is Doomed to Fail
The NHL was the first to detail its return plan. But hockey fans are concerned that the comeback will lead to another shutdown.
Bob Probert’s Demons Haunted Him Until His Tragic Death
Bob Probert was known as a fearsome enforcer during his NHL playing days. The longtime Red Wings and Blackhawks wing died tragically at 45.
You Won’t Believe Why Jeremy Roenick Is Suing NBC Sports
Retired NHL star Jeremy Roenick alleges his sexual orientation and political views were factors in his dismissal as a hockey commentator.
The Chicago Blackhawks Make It Clear There Will Be No Name Change
With several professional teams under the microscope for their nicknames, the Chicago Blackhawks insist their name is here to stay.
Wayne Gretzky Would Still Be the NHL’s All-Time Leader In Points if He Never Scored a Single Goal
Wayne Gretzky is so far above every player in NHL history that he would still be the all-time points leader if he never even scored one goal.
Pelle Lindbergh Tragically Died in a Car Crash a Year After Being Named the Best Goalie in the NHL
Flyers goalie Pelle Lindbergh was named the best goalie in the NHL in 1984-85, but he tragically passed away one season later.
The Boston Bruins Racked Up a $150,000 Bar Tab After Winning the 2011 Stanley Cup
The Boston Bruins had one of the most legendary Stanley Cup celebrations after their 2011 NHL championship, but it cost them a ton.
The History of Hockey’s Hat Trick and How Gordie Howe Made It Even Better
Even if you’re not a hockey fan, you likely know what it a hat trick is. But Gordie Howe’s variation of the feat is funnier.