The 1962-63 NHL season represents the final era of the Original Six—when professional hockey was an exclusive club of just six franchises. pplpod explores a season that captured the culmination of an entire era before expansion changed everything. Discover what made this season the last gasp of hockey's intimate past.

Key Topics Covered:

• Original Six Dominance: How just six teams controlled professional hockey for decades.
• Rivalry Intensity: The fierce competition among franchises forced to play each other repeatedly.
• Season Highlights: The memorable moments from this final exclusive season.
• Pre-Expansion Era: The unique characteristics of hockey before the league expanded.

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