TORONTO (CP) — Mario Lemieux has two important dates this summer. First, he’s getting married June 26. Then he’ll check into the hospital in July for more surgery on a back that has slowed him slightly the last two years. “It will be minor surgery to take scar tissue out of there,” he said after …
This Day In Hockey History-May 31, 2012-IRREPLACEABLE- Nicklas Lidstrom Retires
Lidstrom retires because, without the fire, he can’t meet his standards Parting is such sweet sorrow for legendary leader, Detroit Nicklas Lidstrom knew he was done. He knew it when he went to work out and it felt like a chore, and he knew it when he’d told those around him he would retire and …
This Day In Hockey History-May 14, 1989-Chelios surviving onslaught
MONTREAL (CP) – Hartford ran at him, Boston insulted him and Philadelphia attacked him, but Chris Chelios kept winning. The Montreal Canadiens’ defenceman has gained a reputation for cheap shots and game-winning shots that have made him a Norris Trophy candidate and one of the league’s most feared and loathed playoff rivals. “I try not …
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This Day In Hockey History-May 13, 1989-NHL to probe Hextall attack on Chelios
Canadian Press TORONTO — NHL president. John Ziegler says he doesn’t view the attack on Montreal Canadiens defenceman Chris Chelios by goalie Ron Hextall of the Philadelphia Flyers as a large black mark for the sport. Ziegler, in an interview with the Toronto Star, described the incident as an “individual act” and an “aberration.” “I …
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This Day In Hockey History-May 7, 1989-Chelios among NHL’s top defensemen, but has cheap shot reputation
By Al Morganti Knight-Ridder Newspapers PHILADELPHIA – Chris Chelios was at the Spectrum on Friday night, tucked snugly into his skates and roaming the blue line with Craig Ludwig in what is arguably the best defensive pairing in the National Hockey League. But when he stepped onto the ice, he was a villain. Never mind …
This Day In Hockey History-February 21, 2007-Red Wings Win 13th Straight at Home
Dominik Hasek held off the Chicago Blackhawks to help the Detroit Red Wings get their 13th consecutive home win, moving within one of the franchise record set in 1964-65. Henrik Zetterberg scored the tiebreaking goal with 6:22 left and then added an empty-net goal. Pavel Datsyuk and Kris Draper also scored for the Red Wings …