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win the Stanley Cup”) which was created for hockey championship, named after Lord Stanley. This was the start of years and years of history, people could say. Years later of the same sequence, there was 6 teams, (Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, and the New York Rangers) that are all still in the league today. They then confirmed it as the National Hockey League in 1917, exactly 100 years

Ollie lights the world on fire. In the second half of the season, things pick up for them and now Ollie has at least a goal every game. And more points. Paul’s explosive too. He got a hat trick against Spokane back in January and since then surpassed the previous season in goals. He’s now at 24 which is a personal best. It’s only February and Paul is nowhere done. He feels good and nothing is more fun than winning, especially when the crowd is chanting, “Portland sucks!” in his face. He’s better

Wayne Gretzky Marina and Maggie Wayne Gretzky wasn’t just one of the best hockey players of all time, he was also a hero to many around the world. He inspired many people by giving them the opportunity to play and learn about hockey and by being one of the best hockey players in the world, as well as a good role model. Gretzky even said the commonly known phrase “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take” (Gretzky). Also, thousands of children around the world look up to him as their hero. He

decrease where there is little demand for this position. But as we move into a technical environment there needs to be someone to provide that knowledge and information for the public upon request. She mentioned that she had just read a blog about a Toronto Public Library Branch that is unmanned? We both had a hard time understanding how the operations of the facility would work in that

In Hockey Town, there's only one team to root for -- the Detroit Red Wings. The team currently resides just a luxury sedan or limo ride away at Joe Louis Arena, located in downtown Detroit. Here are some team historical highlights: 1920s - The Red Wings go all the way back to the old Western Hockey League, when the Victoria (British Columbia) Cougars were sold to a group from Detroit on September 25, 1926. The team played its home games in Windsor, Ontario. The Victoria Cougars had won the Stanley

The Toronto Blue Jays successfully advance to the American League Division Series after winning the wild-card game against the Baltimore Orioles, in Toronto last night. The Blue Jays celebrated a 5-2 victory in the make it or break it game after big hitter, Edward Encarnacion, hit a three-run homer in the bottom of the 11th inning. Fans erupted in cheers at the Rogers Centre, as the foghorn blared to signal another win for the Jays. Season ticket holder, George Schneider (46) yells, “I knew it

I hope everyone has had their breakfast/brunch/lunch before reading what I am about to type. Otherwise, it might ruin your appetite. Jeff Hackett. Mark Fitzpatrick. Steve Weeks. Jamie McLennan. Eric Fichaud. Wade Flaherty. Felix Potvin. Wade Dubielewicz. Yann Danis. Martin Biron. Kevin Poulin. Anders Nilsson. Chad Johnson. Michael Nuevirth. Everyone still with me? Those were some of the names since the 1990-91 season that have held down – or clung onto for dear life – the backup goaltender position

In the one hundred years of the modern National Hockey League, there are 10 teams that have never won the Stanley Cup. Many of which are expansion teams that have only been around 15 or 20 years. Unfortunately, the St. Louis Blues have been around since the 1967 season, and are currently the oldest team to not have won. Still, in the Washington Capitals’ 42 seasons, they have managed to disappoint just as many, if not more fans. For reasons such as the team’s squandered potential, total domination

When most hockey fans hear about the Vancouver Canucks, losing is one of the first things to come to mind. Just because the team hasn’t won a Stanley Cup, this idea of losing is false. By looking at the Canucks early years, their greatest players, and their numerous trips to the Stanley Cup Finals, a clearer picture can be formed. Exploring these areas show that the Canucks were, and are, a competitive and talented team. During their early years in the NHL, the Vancouver Canucks played very poorly

Fred Cotten Descriptive Essay September 27, 2014 English 1010 - 85 A Mini Vacation to Atlanta, Georgia Traveling is one of my family’s favorite things to do. The family has visited numerous places throughout the United States, however, none are as memorable as Atlanta, Georgia. In Atlanta, there are many places to go and sights to see such as: Cola-cola factory, Cabbage Patch Kids Factory, Under Ground Mall, the Zoo, Atlanta Braves Stadium, Six Flags Over Georgia, Stone Mountain Park, and