This Day In Hockey History (9/27)

Posted by on Sep 27, 2011 22:53

This moment today looks at the New York Islanders and what they did 39 years ago.  People please note the video is a tongue and cheek approach and homage to pop culture as far as endorsements with hockey players back in an era gone by.  Again, the video comes followed by the latest gem from yesteryear.

 

 

September 27, 1972

The first NHL game was played at Nassau Coliseum, in New York. 11,053 watched as the Rangers beat the Islanders 6-4, in an exhibition game.

 

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This Day In Hockey History (9/27)

Posted by on Sep 28, 2010 00:08

This moment from 38 years ago is a real downer for some because the problem is this team is still playing there.  However, all teams start somewhere and here was Long Island’s start.

 

 

September 27, 1972

The first NHL game was played at Nassau Coliseum, in New York. 11,053 watched as the Rangers beat the Islanders 6-4, in an exhibition game.

About Chris Wassel

Simply I am a sports writer whose first loves will always be hockey and food. As we attempt to fix the site which has fallen into some disrepair (okay a lot), any and all help is always appreciated. For now, everything will channel through on a post by post basis. As always, let's have some fun!

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