Wednesday

October 19th

1940

The Detroit hockey franchise changed it's name from the Cougars to the Falcons.

1966

Gordie Howe began his 21st NHL season setting a new record for longevity in the league. He previously shared the record with Dit Clapper and Bill Gadsby.

1984

The Red Wings acquired Darryl Sittler in a trade with Philadelphia. The players that Detroit sent to the Flyers for this exchange were Murray Craven and Joe Patterson.

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