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Hockey Reference

The statistical record of hockey — every NHL player, game and season since 1917, from the Sports Reference family.
✓ Last reviewed: August 2026
TypeStatistical database
OperatorSports Reference LLC (Philadelphia)
ContentEvery NHL/WHA player, game & season since 1917
Why it countsThe standard public record of professional hockey careers

What is Hockey Reference?

Hockey Reference is the statistical record of hockey: complete player, team, game and season data for the NHL (and WHA) back to 1917, published by Sports Reference LLC of Philadelphia alongside its baseball, football and basketball references.[1] [2]

Why does it matter?

Every professional career — games, statistics, draft position, awards, transactions — documented and cross-indexed on one public page: the reference the sport itself cites daily.[1] [2]

References

  1. Hockey Reference — official site. Accessed August 2026.
  2. Sports Reference — About. Accessed August 2026.