Jim Pappin proudly tells you the greatest enjoyment he derives from Standardbred racing has nothing to do with net gains.

At first blush, it’s difficult to understand why a former National Hockey League standout isn’t champing at the bit to win at all cost as a horse owner. It’s even more... read more

Published: Dec 15, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

JOHN MISZUK: ACHIEVING HIS GOALS

Over 25 years after he played his final hockey game, John Miszuk is still a big-time success.Born in Naliboki, Poland, Miszuk immigrated to Canada as a youngster and played junior hockey... read more

Published: Nov 10, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Vincent Damphousse: Still at the top of his game, Part 2

Although he hasn’t been in his new hockey position for a long period of time, Vincent Damphousse is already making an impact.Years before he made it to the National Hockey League,... read more

Published: Oct 04, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Vincent Damphousse: Still at the top of his game

His time on the ice may be done, but Vincent Damphousse’s impact on hockey has only just begun.He started his National Hockey League career as a shy kid, a French-speaking forward... read more

Published: Sep 18, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Ron Andruff: Lessons still learned

Ron Andruff will tell you some of the greatest lessons he ever learned came from his time on the ice.As a youngster growing up in British Columbia, Andruff, who would go on to play nearly... read more

Published: Aug 18, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Jim Playfair: The winning formula

If Jim Playfair’s first game as a National Hockey League coach is anything like his big-league debut as a player, Calgary should definitely like the end result.Players on the Flames,... read more

Published: Jul 25, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Bernie Nicholls: Picking up on a good Vibe

When a friend came to Bernie Nicholls with a business opportunity, the player who made life miserable for goaltenders got a good ‘Vibe’ from the conversation.During his... read more

Published: Jun 22, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:03

Ken Houston

Whether it was during his National Hockey League career or as a standardbred owner, Ken Houston lives for the moments that put him in the "heat of the action."For nearly 600 NHL... read more

Published: Jun 14, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

NHL PLAYERS DONATE STICKS TO HELP SUPPORT NHL ALUMNI

Proceeds to Benefit the NHL Alumni Association’s “Hockey’s Greatest Family Fund”NEW YORK/TORONTO (April 25, 2006) — The National Hockey League (NHL), the... read more

Published: Apr 27, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

DAN BOUCHARD: LIVING THE DREAM

When it came to his dream of a National Hockey League career, Dan Bouchard didn't have to read between the lines.Years before he would make it to the sport's top stage, Bouchard, a native... read more

Published: Apr 22, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Remembering Art Michaluk

Arthur "Art" Michaluk was the ultimate team player, on and off the ice.Michaluk, who passed away on March 14, 2006, was born in Canmore, Alberta, in 1923.He joined the RCAF... read more

Published: Apr 13, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Remembering “Boom Boom”

Although he wasn’t sure how the thousands gathered would greet the man known as “Boom Boom,” Tim Ecclestone had a good feeling just before the Hall of Fame legend strode to... read more

Published: Mar 31, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Dennis Polonich: Rooting for the underdog - Part 2 of 2

Dennis Polonich will be the first to admit he wasn't the most well-liked player during his NHL career.So when he finally had the opportunity to meet one of his contemporaries at an NHL... read more

Published: Mar 20, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Dennis Polonich: Rooting for the underdog - Part 1 of 2

When you play the game of hockey the way Dennis Polonich did, you're bound to have a few colourful stories.At 5'6", Polonich, who grew up in small-town Saskatchewan, didn't often look... read more

Published: Mar 14, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Randy Moller: The game still goes on

He battled injuries and opponents throughout a 13-year National Hockey League career. And although his playing days are over, Randy Moller’s contributions to the game are definitely... read more

Published: Feb 23, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:03

Peter Sidorkiewicz: Loving every minute of it

He began his goaltending career without a mask and any thought he'd ever play in the National Hockey League.A native of Dabrowa Bialostocka, Poland, Peter Sidorkiewicz came to Canada with... read more

Published: Feb 10, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:03

Perry Berezan: Fan friendly

It’s been a labour of love and labour intensive, a rewarding and draining hockey experience, but one Perry Berezan counts among the most memorable in his association with the... read more

Published: Jan 30, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Doug Bodger: Dressed for success, Part 2 of 2

Doug Bodger continued to impress over the next four NHL seasons and represented Canada when it finished fourth at the 1987 World Championships. Early in the 1988-89 season, Bodger was part of the... read more

Published: Jan 19, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Flames alumni to auction Lanny's Victory Motorcycle for charity

The Calgary Flames Alumni, in conjunction with the annual Esso 3 on 3 Tournament will auction off a Victory Motorcycle ridden and autographed by Calgary's most famous Flame – Lanny McDonald... read more

Published: Jan 16, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04

Doug Bodger: Dressed for success, Part 1 of 2

He was all dressed up knowing he had some place to go, but in the end, it wasn't quite where Doug Bodger had expected.A few months prior to the 1984 National Hockey League Draft, Bodger,... read more

Published: Jan 04, 2006 Last Modified: Jun 05, 2008 | 15:04