Welcome to TheO6.com, hockey’s newest and most innovative website.

Our goal is to educate fans – both new and old –  using hockey’s Original Six franchises – Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Montreal, New York and Toronto – in many of our stories and articles.   Every time you read a feature on our site, we would like you to come away saying, “Jeez, I never knew that.”  We are proud to introduce "Homeroom Hockey" for the youngsters clicking on.  This segment will combine basic education (math, geography, history…..) with hockey to put a bit of fun into the learning process while also carrying a strong “Say No To Drugs” theme.

We are a growing site and want you to help in our development.  Don’t be shy – get  in on the ground floor and register for our free message board and share your comments and thoughts with fellow fans.  If you have any ideas or suggestions for this site – by all means - feel free to contact us directly.

Since we’re in our infancy, we have room for you, whether it be as a contributing writer or potential advertiser.  All you have to do is ask.  Once again, don't be shy!

The site is the brainchild of Joe Donahue of Boston, MA,  a graduate of Boston Latin School and North Adams State College (since renamed MCLA).  Mr. Donahue is one of North America’s most respected hockey historians and frequently shares his knowledge at events and lectures.  Feel free to contact him directly at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at (617) 201-9796.