National Hockey League or NHL is a professional ice hockey league consisting of 30 teams with 23 teams located in the U.S and 7 teams currently operating in Canada. It is considered to be the premier professional ice hockey league in the world with its current headquarters in New York City (Marsh). The purpose of the NHL can be seen through its mission statements and core values. The Constitution of the National Hockey League states that the purpose of the NHL is to “perpetuate hockey as one of
“I knew that hockey was my first love and my favorite sport by far (Mickey Lang)” Even so, at his father’s urging Mickey grew up being a multi sport athlete. In order to play hockey every fall, his dad required him to play other sports in the off season. Mickey played baseball every year through his senior year in high school and football as a freshman and sophomore in high school. More often than not, serious ice hockey players that are not in ‘hot bed’ areas like Michigan and Minnesota, find
History of Hockey Hockey is a very interesting sport but it wasn’t always called hockey it was once called Ball and stick it is almost as old as civilization itself. Its earliest origins may be from Persia, as civilization spread, so did the games. As the world went north, ball and stick moved onto ice. There were paintings in the Netherlands in the 1600s showed that the Dutch played a version of golf on the ice. The amazing team that was born in Scotland’s Edinburgh Skating Club formed in 1642
Ice hockey, a sport that has been in existence for over two hundred years, has become a fan favorite across the globe. From Canada to Sweden, you will be able to find some of the best ice hockey players in the world; both male and female. This pastime has instilled a unique tradition throughout the years of its practice by a combination of both physical skill and mental strength. Although it did not provide aid to globalization, it has created a worldwide culture that many people are proud to
the spread of civilization came the spread of the ideas and characteristics as well. Although there is archaeological evidence of people playing some kind of field hockey it was not played in an organized setting until the 1800’s. In 1872, a man from Nova Scotia by the name of James Creighton moved to Montreal bringing the sport of hockey with him. He brought his sticks and skates and sparked interest from those around him. He first begin to play with others indoor but because the sport was first played
The NHL History The National Hockey League was founded in 1917. It started in Montreal and Quebec in Canada. There are thirty teams from the USA and Canada. Although the teams are based in Canada and the United States the players come from about twenty different countries from across the world. In the first decade of the NHL was competing with different leagues for the Stanley cup. The NHL had almost no competition winning the Stanley Cup. Only once did a non-NHL team win the Stanley Cup in 1925
Ice Hockey in Canada Ice hockey has in the last hundred years evolved to become international. Canada is in jeopardy of losing its six teams. Tradition run deep in all of the cities and also professional hockey teams create thousands of jobs and help out in the communities. Teams in the Canadian market are having trouble keeping their programs in the black because of higher taxes and a weaker Canadian dollar. In order for professional hockey teams in Canada not to relocate to United States
did not complete the “50 goals in 50 games” achievement. Many hockey purists thought that no one would ever be able to match Richard’s stellar season, but 36 years later in 1981 the New York Islanders sharp shooting Mike Bossy duplicated the feat, scoring two goals in the final five minutes of the 50th game of the season to become the second player ever to score 50 goals in 50 games. He finished the season with 68 goals. Most hockey fans couldn’t believe Bossy’s achievement, and were sure the feat
As long as there have been sports, there has been violence in them. Ice hockey, particularly due to its increasing popularity as a professional sport, has brought up several ethical issues regarding the act of fighting in hockey. There are strong arguments for both sides of this present problem in the world of hockey. Numerous male athletes, including children as young as nine years of age, have suffered injuries as an outcome of fighting and it should be considered if it should be part of a sport
Canadian professional ice hockey player who serves as captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins of the National Hockey League (NHL). Crosby was drafted first overall by the Penguins out of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL). During his two-year major junior career with the Rimouski Océanic, he earned back-to-back CHL Player of the Year awards and led his club to the 2005 Memorial Cup final. Nicknamed "The Next One",[2][3] he was one of the most highly regarded draft picks in hockey history, leading many
in the National Hockey League (NHL). He has broken multiple records and has amazed millions with his talents; not only has he achieved multiple awards and records, but he has inspired hockey fans and players around the world. Wayne is a captivating figure in the world of hockey because of his early success as a child, his remarkable career accomplishments, and his substantial impact on the NHL today. Wayne Gretzky was just as gifted in his earlier years as his latter years of hockey; he was a better
opposite team come into play. Having hockey being used for an example, we will examine and look at the rules of the NHL, as well as how Todd Bertuzzi from the Vancouver Canucks stepped over the line, and was charged with assault. The National Hockey League (NHL for short) was founded on November 22, 1917 in the city of Montreal, Quebec. It was intended, at first, to be an unincorporated non-profit organization operating a major professional ice hockey league of thirty franchised member clubs from
and voted to make hockey Canada’s National Winter Sport and lacrosse Canada’s National Summer Sport. Which Sport should be named Canada’s true national sport? Hockey is in the blood of all Canadians. Millions can vividly remember the first time they put on a pair of skates and stepped onto the ice. Providing nation-wide entertainment, Canadians are overcome by emotional realization that “Canada is hockey.”- Mike Weir. Generations of Canadians were brought up listening to Hockey Night in Canada every
who will continue to move further away from other cubs until the gap can no longer be closed (Figure). These developments are thought to threaten the financial stability and distort the competitive bal- ance not only between clubs but also between leagues in European club football. In order to ensure long-term financial stability and to restore the com- petitive balance, the UEFA’s Executive Committee, in agreement with the European Club Association (ECA), unanimously approv... ... middle of paper
Patrick Kane: A Legend On and Off the Ice Patrick Kane is a hockey player for the Chicago Blackhawks and he “became the first American-born player to win the Art Ross Trophy, awarded to the NHL point leader at the end of the regular season” (“Patrick Kane”). His goal on ice may be to score a goal or to clinch a Stanley Cup victory, but off the ice he wants to be a role model to kids and to anyone else for that matter. He may have had a couple hiccups in the start of his career, but that does not
minorities in sports. There is a much higher percentage of minorities than White-Americans in more than just one professional sport. There are also a number of high-ranking officials in sports that are minorities. Franchises pay money to the athletes that are most qualified to be put on the team; not to athletes that are not minority. It wasn't until 1947, when Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier of Major League Baseball (Northeastern...). This marked the introduction of minorities into professional
Imagine that you are a hockey player and are skating down the ice without a visor on your helmet, and suddenly a player from the other team shoots the puck and it hits you in the eye traveling at 70-90 miles per hour. Your face is covered in blood and you can’t see to skate off the ice. As the athletic trainer cleans the blood up you wonder if you will ever be able to see again. After a trip to the doctor you learn that you will have cloudy vision in that eye for the rest of your life and will never
Wayne Gretzky’s Impact on Hockey Wayne Gretzky played a huge role in hockey history. He was a role model for many people who watched the NHL and played hockey across America as well as in Canada. His early years and his determination lead him to where he is today. All of his hard work throughout his life paid off in his great success over his career. Gretzky was the greatest hockey player ever to play in the NHL, his integrity and persistence set the bar for many players today and also influenced
(Cushman 3). The four major professional sports are the National Football League or NFL, Major League Baseball or MLB, the National Basketball Association or NBA, and the National Hockey League or NHL (Cushman 1). Professional sports are often perceived as one of the last true bastions of capitalism, where player salaries are constrained only by what the market will bear. Since the 1990’s, however, [professional] sports leagues have grown increasingly concerned over the increase in player salaries
really love sports, you’ll think you’ve died and gone to sports heaven.” Since its initial launch ESPN has grown to become one of the most successful TV channels/companies out there. Over that time ESPN has been able to become the face of North American sports and all around the world. While they have enjoyed the highest of highs over the past ten plus years and counting they haven’t been able to avoid controversy and competition from other competitors. Over the course of the years, ESPN has been