Category Archives: Hockey

The Sports Archives – A Look at the Health of American Sports

Posted on September 28, 2017 by thesportsarchives

We live in complicated times, as everyone knows, and this even extends to sports. What was once a relatively straightforward activity has ballooned; it’s now worth billions of dollars, coverage is wall to wall, and fan engagement continues to be … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – How to Improve at Ice Hockey: Stanley Cup Finalists’ Tips

Posted on August 21, 2017 by thesportsarchives

Ice hockey is one of the most grueling sports in the world, and yet it requires so much skill to play. It’s a grand mix of physicality, speed, and technique. With so many very different skill sets needing to be … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Five Canadian Teams Have Returned To The NHL Playoffs, and That’s a Good Thing!

Posted on April 22, 2017 by thesportsarchives

Years from now, when the wounds are somewhat healed and the sting is less potent, fans will speak of the time in Spring of 2016 when not one of the seven Canadian hockey teams made the playoffs. Arenas were empty, … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Could this be Alexander Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals Year?

Posted on April 28, 2016 by thesportsarchives

The 2015-16 Washington Capitals have won the NHL President’s Trophy but still have a tough path to the treasured Stanley Cup.  They have never won the ultimate prize, but if Alexander Ovechkin has his way, there may be a celebration … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Retirement in Professional Sports

Posted on February 26, 2016 by aemery97

In November of last year, David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox publically announced his intention to retire at the end of the 2016 season. A renowned left-handed batter known infamously for his power-hitting abilities, Big Papi has indeed come … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – ‘Fair Play’ and the Rules of Hockey

Posted on June 17, 2015 by aemery97

In many ways, hockey is one of the most challenging sports imaginable; its rules are similar to those of soccer or American football, requiring players to maneuver a ball (or, in the case of hockey, a ‘puck’) strategically across an … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Skating Through Women’s Ice Hockey History!

Posted on May 4, 2015 by thesportsarchives

The infographic below, Skating Through Women’s Ice Hockey, is presented to you by Tucker Hockey (www.tuckerhockey.com). The Sports Archives would like to summarize some of the facts regarding Women’s Hockey as illustrated in the infographic.  Girl’s and women’s hockey is growing … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – The History Of Hockey In Canada

Posted on October 4, 2014 by thesportsarchives

The following is a timeline which marks some of the most famous historical events that were instrumental in the evolvement of the sport of hockey in Canada.   The game was first called shinny or hurly and was played in Nova … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – The 4 Top Sports Stars You Should Never Mess With!

Posted on June 19, 2014 by thesportsarchives

No doubt you’ve seen boxing and MMA on TV, and thought to yourself that these people aren’t the sort you’d like to rub up the wrong way. Indeed, participating in martial arts requires a high pain tolerance, excellent conditioning and … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Longtime Sports Rivals That Fans Love To Debate!

Posted on May 30, 2014 by thesportsarchives

It is not unusual to find rivals in sports. Most of the time it is between teams, such as the long-standing rivalry between the NFL’s Washington Redskins and Dallas Cowboys, the MLB’s New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox, or … Continue reading →

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