NHL Playoffs: The 15 Best "History Will Be Made" Commercials

The NHL will not continue its "History Will Be Made" ad campaign during this year's playoffs, which for many hockey fans is a disappointing thought.

It was an amazing ad campaign and was a huge success with fans everywhere. Let's look back at the 15 best "History Will Be Made" commercials ever made.

Steve Yzerman Beats the Blues

Steve Yzerman's series-winning goal in Game 7 of the 1996 Western Conference Finals was one of hockey's most exciting moments ever, and a fitting one of these commercials.

Flyers Beat the Bruins, Make History

After the Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Boston Bruins in the 2010 Eastern Conference Semifinals after falling behind 0-3 in the series, you knew a Flyers commercial was on its way.

Super Mario's Incredible Goal

Mario Lemieux's amazing goal in the 1991 Stanley Cup Final against the Minnesota North Stars is one of the best goals in NHL history and certainly worthy of one of these TV spots.

Messier Lifts the Big Apple

How much did this Stanley Cup championship mean to Mark Messier and New York Rangers fans? Just watch this commercial and you'll get an idea.

Greatest Moment in Hockey History

Legendary defenseman Ray Bourque finally won the Stanley Cup as a member of the Colorado Avalanche in 2001 in an emotional moment every hockey fan can appreciate no matter who you root for.

Side note: This moment also proved what a class act Joe Sakic is.

Bobby Orr Flies Through the Air

Bobby Orr's famous dive after winning the 1970 Stanley Cup for the Boston Bruins is arguably the most iconic image in the history of the NHL.

49-Year Wait Is Over!

Patrick Kane's overtime goal in Game 6 of the 2010 Stanley Cup Final begun a Chicago celebration 49 years in the making.

"May Day!"

Brad May's amazing overtime goal during the 1993 playoffs was one of the best endings to a game in postseason history. 

2OT Thriller in Boston

Tim Thomas saved the Boston Bruins' season with a great save on a 2-on-1 against the Montreal Canadiens in last year's first-round series, then Nathan Horton won the game with a goal in double overtime.

Matteau! Matteau! Matteau!

Stephane Matteau's goal in Game 7 of the 1994 Eastern Conference Finals sent the New York Rangers to the Stanley Cup Final. This was certainly an incredible end to an amazing series, and a great call by Howie Rose.

The Great One

It wouldn't be right if Wayne Gretzky, who many think is the NHL's greatest player ever, didn't have his own "History Will Be Made" commercial.

Nemesis Defeated

Alex Burrows' Game 7 goal in overtime during last year's first-round series between the Vancouver Canucks and the Chicago Blackhawks was an amazing moment that Canucks fans had been waiting years for.

Thomas' Heroics

Tim Thomas' amazing saves against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Eastern Conference Finals last season were a major reason why the Bruins advanced to the Stanley Cup Final.

"One Leg"

Bob Baun's heroics in the 1964 Stanley Cup Final with the Toronto Maple Leafs were certainly worthy of a "History Will Be Made" commercial.

"Easter Epic"

Pat LaFontaine of the New York Islanders defeated the Washington Capitals in the 1987 playoffs with a goal in the fourth overtime of Game 7, which was played on Easter Sunday.