1979 through 1999 was an era like no other for the NHL. Throughout the ‘80s, many hockey fans across Canada would tune in to their TVs to watch Wayne Gretzky–a.k.a. The Great One–take to the ice for the Edmonton Oilers, his blue and orange jersey vibrantly flashing the number 99. In 1988, Gretzky was traded to the Los Angeles Kings, sparking the beginning of the growth of hockey in the southern United States. He continued to gather fans wherever he went–from Edmonton, to Los

Every good story has a picture–whether that be an actual photo captured on camera or a mental image a story illustrates in our heads. When we were children learning to read, pictures brought the words on the pages to life. Images are powerful storytellers. Hockey is obviously one of the most fast-paced sports. Athletes are skating across the ice at over 20 mph. Slapshots are flying into the net at over 100 mph. Players are getting into scuffles. Goaltenders are performing nea

Playing NHL hockey is definitely demanding. Compared to other professional sports, a full NHL season runs nearly year-round. So, between

Professional hockey players are truly living the dream life. Their livelihood is playing their favorite sport in front of thousands of