On Friday, April 6th, the Humboldt Broncos hockey team set out in a bus bound for a playoff game in another small Saskatchewan (Canada) community. It was a routine trip for them and their driver, who had been bussing junior hockey league teams around for many years. However, this trip would be like no other. …
Three Strikes, You’re Out!
No, I am not mixed up with my sports terminology! The picture and title don't match, but you will see the connection soon! The passing of Johnny Bower, the hockey goalie (shown above), brought back memories of my Dad. He was a diehard hockey fan and I became one as well watching it every Saturday night …
Tribute – RIP “Mr. Hockey”
I was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Even though Gordie Howe was born in a small town, moved to Saskatoon, and left when he was 16 to pursue his hockey career, the city laid claim to him. He passed away yesterday at the age of 88 at his son's home in Toledo, Ohio. Howe was one …