"Yesterday in Hockey History: A Trade that Shaped the NHL's Past" July 10 marks a significant day in the history of the National Hockey League, as two of the league's most storied franchises made a blockbuster trade that would have far-reaching consequences. On this day in 1975, the Boston Bruins and the New York Rangers swapped players in a deal that saw the B's acquire Phil Esposito, one of the greatest players of his era. Esposito's arrival in Boston marked a turning point for the Bruins, who would go on to win two Stanley Cup championships in the late 1970s. But what exactly was behind this historic trade, and how did it impact the careers of the players involved? Dive into the archives to relive this pivotal moment in NHL history.

Yesterday in Hockey History: July 9 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 11 July 10 saw a big trade between two “Original Six” franchises that saw one of them obtain the…