
New Book Uncovers Forgotten Chapter Of Boston Hockey History
Matthew Gentile’s new book Glass Seats explores the overlooked players and influential figures who helped shape Boston’s early hockey history.
Hockey author and historian Ty Di Lello shares some of the timeless stories that have shaped the sport of hockey.
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Matthew Gentile’s new book Glass Seats explores the overlooked players and influential figures who helped shape Boston’s early hockey history.

Montreal Maroons right winger Jimmy Ward helped lead the club to the 1935 Stanley Cup and enjoyed a 12-season NHL career that spanned the Maroons and Montreal Canadiens.

Remembering Nels Stewart... The “Old Poison” who became one of hockey’s first superstars.

Hooley Smith was one of hockey's early superstars, winning Olympic gold with Canada in 1924 and capturing two Stanley Cup championships during a distinguished 15 year career.

Despite standing only 5-foot-6, Larry Aurie became one of the Detroit Red Wings’ most important early stars, leading the NHL in goals and helping the franchise win its first two Stanley Cups.

Detroit Red Wings forward Syd Howe quietly built a Hall of Fame career as one of hockey's most dependable stars, helping anchor a dynasty during the Original Six era.

Detroit Red Wings captain Sid Abel helped lead the famous "Production Line" during the late 1940s, becoming one of the NHL's greatest playmakers and winning the Hart Trophy as league MVP in 1949.

Rogie Vachon was one of the NHL's premier netminders of the 1970s in a fantastic Hockey Hall of Fame career.

Chicago Black Hawks defenseman Art Wiebe, a member of the club’s improbable 1938 Stanley Cup championship team, built a quiet legacy of toughness, loyalty, and friendship.

Winnipeg’s Frank Mathers built a hockey legacy that reached Hall of Fame heights.