

Hockey

15 Facts About Wayne Gretzky
There has arguably never been a more dominant player in any sport than hockey's Wayne Gretzky. Here's why.
12 Fun Facts About Slap Shot
“Ever since 'Slap Shot,' I’ve been swearing more," Paul Newman once admitted of the F-bomb-laden sports classic.
Where Does the Phrase ‘Hat Trick’ Come From?
The term 'hat trick' is most associated with hockey, but that's not the sport that started it all.
20 Memorable Facts About the 'Miracle on Ice'
The Miracle on Ice, one of the biggest upsets in sports history, took place on February 22, 1980 at the Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, New York.
13 Awful Hockey Injuries
As the Stanley Cup Playoffs get underway, here's a look back at the sport’s most brutal injuries—and how they made the game safer.
22 Things You Might Not Know About the Stanley Cup
Who is this Lord Stanley anyway? Find out more about the history and strange mishaps surrounding the NHL’s Stanley Cup.
The Origins of All 32 NHL Team Names
Ever wonder what a Canuck is? How about a Blue Jacket? Here's a breakdown of how all of the National Hockey League teams got their names.
Why Is the Olympic Field Hockey Pitch So Wet?
Here’s why high-level field hockey competitions keep the turf nice and watered.
16 Hockey Slang Terms You Should Know
You might be spitting chiclets if you do too much chirping. That sentence will make a whole lot more sense after you learn about hockey slang.More From the Sports Section

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10 Olympic Rules That Sound Fake but Are Actually Real
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What Is the “Kiss and Cry” in Olympic Figure Skating?
Breaking down the history of the popular term in figure skating, most notably seen during the Olympics.
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These tear-jerking Super Bowl commercials turned seconds of screen time into national experiences that made millions of viewers reach for tissues between plays.
Every Time the New England Patriots Have Made the Super Bowl—And Their Wins
Ahead of Super Bowl Sunday, we’re looking back at the Patriots’ history in the championship.
Why Are Two Cities Co-Hosting the Olympics for the First Time Ever?
The 2026 Winter Olympics are taking place in two co-hosting cities, and you’re not the only one wondering why that is.


