Top 3 Teams of the Pre-Original Six Era

The Pre-Original Six Era (1917-1942) is one of the hardest ones to evaluate because the NHL changed more within that period than any other period. Teams from earlier in the era were vastly different from teams later in the era but for once core similarity, they were dominant teams in comparison to their competitors. Let's …

Canucks Throughout History – Gary Smith

Gary "Suitcase" Smith got his nickname from playing for an unusually high number of teams in his era. Smith was acquired in May of 1973 in exchange for Canucks defender Dale Tallon. Smith had previous experience with weak teams, having played in California for the Seals/Golden Seals. Smith held the fort as best he could …

Top 10 Pre-Original Six Players (5-1)

Continuing on with our Top 10 Pre-Original Six players, we will now go on to the best of the best in the days before the NHL was just a six-team league. Onward to the final five: If you missed part 1, see it here: Top 10 Pre-Original Six Players (10-6) Joe Malone Joe Malone is a …

Canucks Throughout History – Barry Wilkins

Barry Wilkins was originally a draft pick of the Boston Bruins in the mid 1960s, but due to their strong roster, he could never break through on their team. Just like for Orland Kurtenbach, being taken in the expansion draft by the Canucks was Wilkins' big break. Wilkins was just 23 when he started playing …

Top 10 Pre-Original Six Players (10-6)

Many hockey fans will remember the glory days of the Original Six, but few acknowledge some of the great players in the era prior to the Original Six era. Heck, it's common to find that many fans don't even know that the Original Six era only started in 1942. In an effort to highlight some …