Steve Mason

Embed from Getty Images Every year, teams vie for their shot at hoisting the Stanley Cup to cap off their NHL season, but the reality is only one team can rise to the top. It takes hard work, a lot of sweat, some bloodshed, and even a little luck to win the NHL's most coveted prize. This season was no different as 16 teams…

The History Behind the Calder Memorial Trophy In 1933, the NHL awarded its first rookie of the year, Carl Voss of the Detroit Red Wings. It was not until the 1936-37 season that NHL President Frank Calder actually went out and bought a physical trophy for the recipient. After his death in 1943, the award was named the Calder Memorial Trophy in…

With the Stanley Cup playoffs kicking into full gear, here are some things to know heading into this weeks games. The home team has won every game so far in the Western half of the bracket. Montreal is the only team to go up three games to none, and has a chance to close out the series at home Tuesday night. Blackhawks defenseman…