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Sep 06, 2026

Hartford Whalers to Carolina Hurricanes: The Full History

The Hartford Whalers never truly went away! They simply transformed into the Carolina Hurricanes and have even celebrated two Stanley Cup victories along the way. How cool is that?

Sep 03, 2026

Did You Know the Pittsburgh Penguins Owned a Russian Hockey Team?

In 1993, the Pittsburgh Penguins bought a broke, empty Soviet hockey club and renamed it the Russian Penguins. This is the wildest road trip in hockey history.

Aug 31, 2026

How to Wash & Care for Hockey Apparel: The Full Guide

How to wash hockey apparel without wrecking it — care tips for sublimated tanks, polyester hoodies, cotton tees, joggers and shorts, plus offseason storage.

Aug 26, 2026

Before the NHL, There Were the Metropolitans

Before the NHL existed, Seattle won the Stanley Cup. The true story is weirder than you think — a coach on stilts, a scorer sent to Alcatraz, and a Final that ended with no champion at all.