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Hockey History: What were Cooperalls, and Why Were They Banned?

The Hockey Shop enjoys delving into the history of hockey gear— and examining what stood the test of time and what may have fell...

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Jade Downie-Landry of PWHL New York pressured by Savannah Harmon of PWHL Ottawa, 2024 New York vs Ottawa Game
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Changing the Game: A Quick Look at the PWHL and Women's Hockey

The landscape of women's hockey has been marked by various attempts to establish a sustainable professional league. The recent emergence of the Professional Women’s...

Ralph Wilson Stadium (now Highmark Stadium), near Buffalo, during the first Winter Classic in 2008
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Ice and History: Exploring the Legacy of the Winter Classic

The NHL Winter Classic is an eagerly awaited annual tradition celebrating the sport’s heritage while embracing innovation and fan engagement. It stands at the...

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Local Hero: Remembering Gino Odjick

On January 15, 2023, the hockey world mourned the loss of community leader and ex-Canuck Gino Odjick. Odjick was well-known both during the time...

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Remembrance Day - History of Hockey and Those Lost to War

On November 11, Canada joins many other countries among the Commonwealth and others to celebrate our veterans and reflect on the many soldiers and...

CCM hockey gloves, stick, and puck on ice rink at The Hockey Shop
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Labour Day - 4 Labour Movements that Shook the World of Hockey

On September 5th, Canada and the USA celebrate Labour Day, where we take the time to celebrate the many achievements of workers fighting for...

Hockey net with CCM branding, stick, and pucks on ice at The Hockey Shop
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National Indigenous Peoples Day - A History of Canadian Indigenous Peoples and Hockey

On June 21, Canada celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day—a day where we observe the summer solstice (a very important event in many aboriginal cultures)...

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NEW TRUE Lefevre Goal: Launch details!

Embodying decades of design expertise for elite comfort and unparalleled performance, the handcrafted TRUE Hockey goalie collection has arrived. Here’s what we know so...