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In 1992, Manon Rheaume signed a tryout contract with the NHL's Tampa Bay Lightning and became the first-ever woman to participate in an NHL game.
What is the history of the NHL Lightning? ›
The Lightning won the Stanley Cup in 2004, 2020, and 2021. The Lightning entered the league alongside the Ottawa Senators in 1992. As expected for an expansion team, the Lightning initially struggled, finishing with a losing record in each of the franchise's first three seasons.
Has there ever been a female in the NHL? ›
Month later on September 23rd, 1992 Rhéaume took the ice with the Tampa Bay Lightning against the St. Louis Blues and made history as the first woman to compete in an NHL game. Following her playing career, Rhéaume has dedicated much of her time to growing the women's game at the youth level.
Who is the only woman to play in the NHL? ›
In 1992, when Manon Rhéaume stepped on the ice as goaltender for the Tampa Bay Lightning, she became The First Woman of Hockey—the first and only female to play in an NHL game.
Could a woman play in the NHL? ›
Column: Manon Rheaume, the first woman to play in an NHL game, continues to break barriers. Manon Rheaume, the first woman to play goalie in an NHL game, looks on during the NHL All-Star skills competition during the NHL All-Star weekend Feb. 4 in Las Vegas.
What year did Tampa Bay Lightning have a female goalie? ›
In 1992, Rhéaume signed a contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning of the NHL, appearing in preseason exhibition games in 1992 and 1993. She spent five years in professional minor leagues, playing for a total of seven teams and appearing in 24 games.
What is the oldest NHL team? ›
Montreal Canadiens, Canadian professional ice hockey team based in Montreal. The oldest continually operating team in the National Hockey League (NHL), the Canadiens have won more Stanley Cup titles than any other team (24) and are the most successful franchise in league history.
How many Stanley Cups has Lightning won? ›
They play their home games at Amalie Arena in Downtown Tampa. The team has won three Stanley Cup championships: 2004, 2020, and 2021. They also reached the Stanley Cup Finals in 2015 and in 2022.
Who is the owner of the Tampa Lightning? ›
Jeff Vinik purchased the Tampa Bay Lightning on March 3, 2010, promising a comprehensive transformation of the franchise while pledging to make a significant positive impact in the Tampa Bay community, and he has delivered.
Who is the famous woman in hockey? ›
A four-time Olympic gold medalist, Wickenheiser is Canada's all-time leader in international goals (168), assists (211), and points (379).
Jackie Redmond is an NHL Network studio host and reporter, currently serving as a co-host of NHL Now, getting viewers ready for the night's action during the regular season, weekdays at 4:00 p.m. ET.
Was there a female goalie in the NHL? ›
In 1992, goalie and Olympic silver medalist Manon Rheaume played for the Tampa Bay Lightning in an exhibition game against the St. Louis Blues, becoming the first female NHL player. In 2016, Dawn Braid became the first full-time female coach in the NHL, serving as skating coach for the Arizona Coyotes.
What NHL team has a female coach? ›
SEATTLE -- Jessica Campbell joined a growing group of women to coach an NHL game when she was behind the bench for the Seattle Kraken's preseason game against the Calgary Flames at Climate Pledge Arena on Monday. The 31-year-old followed Kori Cheverie in reaching the milestone.
Who is the girl in NHL 22? ›
Carrlyn Bathe - First female broadcaster voice in the EA Sports NHL franchise. (NHL22, out now) - EA SPORTS | LinkedIn.
What is the women's NHL called? ›
The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL; French: Ligue professionnelle de hockey féminin, LPHF) is a professional women's ice hockey league in North America, wholly owned and operated by the Mark Walter Group.
Which NHL team was the first to have a woman play in an exhibition game? ›
In 1992, goalie and Olympic silver medalist Manon Rheaume played for the Tampa Bay Lightning in an exhibition game against the St. Louis Blues, becoming the first female NHL player.
Who was the first female athletic trainer in the NHL? ›
Kings athletic trainer Aisha Visram proud to make NHL history - Los Angeles Times.
Who was called the Miracle Maid from the Cornwall Victorias in the 1916-17 season in the women's game? ›
To the surprise of literally nobody, the Vics won the league title in 1915, and won again in 1916. Lapensée and the gang were similarly dominant. The team's coach, Ernie Runions, nicknamed Lapensée his “Miracle Maid”.
Which team became the first dynasty of women's hockey dominating the game and winning national championships throughout the 1930s? ›
1930's - The Preston Rivulettes, one of the greatest dynasties in Canadian sport, dominate female hockey.
