I was going about my business last Tuesday when a good friend, Tom Blanciak, reminded me that it was the 44th anniversary of one of the most epic games in Penguins history. Given that it’s All-Star weekend and there isn’t a whole lot to write about, I thought I’d take a trip down memory lane. So step into the WABAC Machine with me and enjoy the ride!
The NHL was a far different place in 1974 than it is today. There were only 16 teams, separated into two divisions—the East and West. Most players were Canadian and had come up through the junior hockey ranks.