by Aaron Bell | Aug 18, 2025 | Hockey Docs Blog
When the Ottawa 67’s fell just one goal short of Memorial Cup glory in 1977, Bobby Smith felt the sting of what could have been. That near miss became a heartbeat in his hockey DNA. Decades later, he wouldn’t just compete in the tournament—he would help build a...
by Aaron Bell | Aug 13, 2025 | Hockey Docs Blog
abriel Landeskog’s hockey journey has always been defined by leadership. A Swedish-born captain of the Kitchener Rangers—a rare honour in the Ontario Hockey League—he earned respect in a league built on tradition and grit. That same presence carried him into the NHL,...
by Aaron Bell | Aug 12, 2025 | Hockey Docs Blog
very once in a while, a photo takes on a life of its own.Not because it’s the sharpest.Not because it’s the most dramatic.But because of the story behind it. For me, one of those moments happened on Boxing Day at the World Junior Championships in Montreal — and it...
by Aaron Bell | Aug 11, 2025 | Hockey Docs Blog
ome players are remembered for their stats. Clark Gillies is remembered for his presence. On the ice, he was a fierce competitor. Off the ice, he was a teammate who knew how to make winning feel like the greatest time of your life. In this special HockeyDocs...
by Aaron Bell | Aug 6, 2025 | Hockey Docs Blog
Olympic Glory Starts HereTeam Canada’s national men’s team camp isn’t a formality.It’s the true beginning of the 2026 Winter Olympic story. This month, 45 of the country’s top players are in Calgary to learn systems, build chemistry, and earn trust. No scrimmages. No...
by Aaron Bell | Aug 4, 2025 | Hockey Docs Blog
When we think about the legends of the game, we often jump to their NHL careers — the goals, the trophies, the headlines. But for Dale Hawerchuk, greatness started in junior. And in this special HockeyDocs Hall of Fame episode, you’ll hear him tell that story in his...
