by Luke Visser | May 3, 2022 | History, Hockey, Luke Visser Chappaqua
The history of hockey is full of twists and turns. While most people believe that Canada invented the sport, historians focused on athletics say that the answer is more complicated. Understanding the origins of hockey can sometimes seem a bit like a web. Still, a...
by Luke Visser | Apr 8, 2022 | History, Ice Hockey, Luke Visser Chappaqua
In the ancient hockey game, a puck was once just a frozen piece of rubber! Players would knock it around with wooden sticks. Some professionals play on the ice and score millions of dollars for their skills these days. Hockey is more prevalent in Canada than in any...
by Luke Visser | Mar 11, 2022 | Best Hockey Games, Ice Hockey, NHL Icons
Hockey is a beloved pastime of many, women, men, and children alike. There’s nothing quite as exciting as sitting in an arena with 15,000 other people, all excited to see the teams play against each other. Not to mention that when your team scores a goal, the feeling...
by Luke Visser | Feb 8, 2022 | History, Hockey, Luke Visser Chappaqua
The National Hockey League has been around for a long time, and franchises have come and gone. Some were successful in their day, while others faded into obscurity after just one season. Here are the three best franchises in NHL history when looking at success...
by Luke Visser | Jan 4, 2022 | Hockey, NHL, Teams
The first organized hockey game was played in Canada nearly 150 years ago. Despite a deep love and respect for the sport, it has been 28 years since a Canadian team won the sport’s biggest prize. With seven NHL teams currently playing in Canada, it is should not...