Today in Hockey History for May 15
The Hockey Writers web page gives us Today in Hockey History on May 15 with some tremendous stories on Phil Esposito, Ken Hodge, Fred Stanfield, Pit Martin, Jack Norris, Gilles Marotte, Bobby Clarke, Felix Potvin, and more.
The Hockey Writers share May 18 History
The top events on the ice for the date of May 18 are shared such as the Habs with their 17th Cup, a final hat collection for the Great One, the Canadiens streak is snapped, and more.
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Today in Hockey History - May 25
The Hockey Writers website brings us the NHL history of May 25, including:
1985 - the Great One, putting up a first-period hat trick in game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final.
2017 -Chris Kunitz of the Penguins lights the lamp in their 3-2 double-overtime win over the Ottawa Senators in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Final
The May 18 Day in Hockey History
The Greatest Hockey Legends site gives us a taste of history with Richard lights the lamps twice in game 7, a new 33 year-old Canuck Coach, birthdays for Kuri, Ashton, Fox, Tverdovsky, Chabot, and more.
Pat Quinn Architect of Empire, Builder of Legends
Quinn's journey began as a player, a gritty defenseman known for his toughness and leadership. Though his on-ice accomplishments were respectable, it was behind the bench where his true genius blossomed. Starting with the Vancouver Canucks in the 1980s, he molded young talents into Stanley Cup contenders, instilling a disciplined, team-first approach that became his trademark.
His Midas touch continued with the Philadelphia Flyers, leading them to two consecutive appearances in the Stanley Cup Finals. But it was in Toronto where Quinn's legacy truly transcended. Taking over the struggling Maple Leafs in 1998, he embarked on a transformation that revitalized the city and the franchise.
He drafted wisely, acquiring cornerstones like Mats Sundin and Doug Gilmour. He fostered a culture of accountability and grit, turning a perennial underdog into a force to be reckoned with. Though the elusive Stanley Cup remained just out of reach, Quinn brought the Leafs back to respectability, guiding them to seven playoff appearances during his tenure.
Beyond wins and losses, Quinn's impact went deeper. He was a mentor, a father figure to countless players, including franchise-defining talents like Wendel Clark and Mike Gartner. He emphasized character as much as skill, building not just hockey teams, but men of integrity and resilience.
His legacy extends beyond Toronto. He served as General Manager of the Canadian Olympic team, leading them to gold in 2002. He coached Team Canada at the World Championships, further solidifying his reputation as a national treasure.
This Day in Hockey May 12
The Hockey Writers website shares some great events on the ice from May 12 that include stories about Brian Sutter, Greg Paslawski, Cliff Ronning, Brett Hull, and more NHL May 12