The History of Hockey: From Frozen Ponds to the Stanley Cup and NHL
Discover the history behind HockeyDesk’s felt storybook video: hockey’s shared roots, Mi’kmaw stick makers, Montreal’s landmark 1875 game, the Stanley Cup and the NHL’s beginnings.
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Hockey Stories
The stories behind the game. Watch, read, and explore.
Jacques Plante and the Night the Goalie Mask Changed Hockey
Jacques Plante was already a champion when a shot to the face changed his career. His masked return in 1959 helped transform goaltending and hockey safety.
Across Canada for the Stanley Cup: The Dawson City Nuggets’ 1905 Journey
Before facing Ottawa for the Stanley Cup, the Dawson City Nuggets had to travel from the Yukon by trail, boat and rail. Discover the true story behind HockeyDesk’s felt-style video—and why a team that lost both games still belongs in hockey history.