This Day In Hockey History (7/21)

Posted by on Jul 21, 2011 14:26

Well as an aside, this day 66 years ago, my mother was born.  Happy Birthday Mom!  Speaking of long tenures, here is a moment that happened 14 years ago today.  Yes this guy is not only still in the National Hockey League but hey he is still coaching.

 

 

July 21, 1997

Buffalo Sabres named Lindy Ruff as their new head coach. Ruff replaced Ted Nolan, whose contract was not extended following the 1996-97 season.

 

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This Day In Hockey History (7/21)

Posted by on Jul 21, 2010 15:14

Today is a special double shot on This Day.  First the actual hockey moment and then a special one.  I forgot this guy was actually put on waivers in his career.  Yikes.

 

 

I was told to think cold thoughts…also a special Happy Birthday to my mom who turns 65 today.

 

July 21, 1998

Calgary Flames claimed veteran defenseman Phil Housley off waivers from the Washington Capitals.

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This Day In Hockey History (7/21)

Posted by on Jul 21, 2009 17:00

BallHype: hype it up!

Okay the actual “hockey” moment for today. It was a long find but we got it…honest this time!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zb1bDW9e_E0&hl=en&fs=1&

Gretzky’s last game…..moment time…..

July 21, 1996

New York Rangers announced the signing of free agent Wayne Gretzky.

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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