Category: Gordie Howe
Today in Hockey History: April 6
Gordie HoweApril 6 has had its fair share of historical moments throughout the decades. One of the National Hockey League’s biggest legends scored his final goal in his last regular-season game.…
Read moreNHL’s All-Canadian Lineup
Wayne GretzkyIt’s really no secret that nearly all of the best talent in NHL history belongs to the country of Canada. Over the years, it alone arguably has more talent in…
Read moreThe Gordie Howe Hat Trick
Gordie Howe*This was last updated in March 2025 From the Ted Lindsay Award to the James Norris Trophy, hockey (and sports) have a history of naming things after former players, coaches…
Read moreJaromir Jagr names Dominik Hasek the best goalie he ever faced
Jaromir Jagr—andNo one will be surprised by this answer! The post Jaromir Jagr names Dominik Hasek the best goalie he ever faced appeared first on The Hockey Beast.
Read moreTom Wilson records second career Gordie Howe hat trick against Ottawa Senators: ‘He’s the heart and soul of this team’
Tom WilsonWASHINGTON, DC — Tom Wilson was all over the scoresheet in the Capitals’ 5-4 shootout win over the Ottawa Senators Monday night, recording the second Gordie Howe hat trick of his 12-season NHL tenure. Though he has garnered attention for both his scoring talent and his physicality, Wilson’s first ca...
Read moreToday in Hockey History: March 3
Detroit Red WingsMarch 3 was a special day for one of the most successful families in National Hockey League history. A hectic day in Toronto included some legendary names on the move.…
Read moreSpencer Carbery believes Alex Ovechkin doesn’t want to break the NHL goals record with an empty netter: ‘I think you want a goaltender in the net’
Winnipeg JetsAlex Ovechkin seemed personally against scoring his milestone 802nd career goal into an empty net, demurring on a wide-open chance and sending the puck back to Evgeny Kuznetsov. The Russian centerman then forced a pass back to Ovi, who, without any other option, threw a no-look shot along the side b...
Read morePanthers' Bennett authors 'Gordie Howe hat trick'
Team CanadaFlorida Panthers forward Sam Bennett, fresh off a memorable 4 Nations Face-Off where he starred for Canada, authored a rare "Gordie Howe hat trick," with a goal, an assist and a fight, in his team's 4-1 win over the Nashville Predators on Tuesday night.
Read moreToday in Hockey History: Feb. 8
Philadelphia FlyersSome of the biggest names in the history of the National Hockey League accomplished feats on this date no other player ever had before. Also, fans in the Windy City…
Read moreToday in Hockey History: Feb. 5
Gordie HoweFeb. 5 has had a little bit of everything over the years. We saw one of the coolest moments in All-Star Game history. One of the greatest goaltenders to ever…
Read moreToday in Hockey History: Jan. 27
New York RangersThe top two scorers in National Hockey League history both had memorable nights on this date. Jan. 27 was a very busy date in Montreal, Toronto, and Pittsburgh. Some of…
Read moreToday in Hockey History: Jan. 2
Gordie HoweJan. 2 has been a unique date in National Hockey League history. It has seen two legends of the game do their thing in five different decades. A pair of…
Read moreNHL 101: Teams, players, records, stats, awards and more
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Read moreAlex Ovechkin becomes 12th player in NHL history to score a hat trick age 39 or older
Shane DoanNot only did Alex Ovechkin become the oldest player in NHL history to lead the league in goals during the Washington Capitals’ 5-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights, but he also accomplished some rare history in terms of hat tricks. Per Capitals PR, Ovechkin became the 12th player age 39 or older to...
Read moreAlex Ovechkin on the secret to his longevity: ‘Diet, rest, and all different stuff I’m not going to tell you’
Capitals’Playing in his 20th NHL campaign at age 39, Alex Ovechkin is on pace for his tenth 50-goal season. That level of production and durability is nearly unheard of in NHL history outside of Jaromir Jagr and Gordie Howe, who played into their 50s. Ahead of the Capitals’ game against the Colorado Avalanch...
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