A little over 50 years ago, the World Hockey Association caused a major ripple effect within the game as it posed a major challenge to the established National Hockey League. Over the course of seven seasons, the two parties went to war with players signing huge contracts – but there was also a heavy cost for teams as some simply could not survive – including the franchise … [Read more...] about Sharks to Stags to Blades: Collecting One of the WHA’s Weirdest Franchises
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Howe About That? Houston’s Greatest Hockey Heroes on Cardboard
One of the boldest moves in sports history came 50 years ago this month as the legendary Gordie Howe came out of retirement and signed with the Houston Aeros of the upstart World Hockey Association – and brought two of his hockey-playing sons, Mark and Marty, along for the ride. While the trio ultimately enjoyed success in the new league, they also made it interesting for … [Read more...] about Howe About That? Houston’s Greatest Hockey Heroes on Cardboard