From 1919-1971, the NHL played games on Christmas Day. We talked to former Maple Leaf Gerry O'Flaherty, who made his NHL debut on Dec. 25, and revisit the league's old holiday tradition.

By Mike Commito

Published: Dec 22, 2016, 1:47 pm Added: Dec 22, 2016, 3:02 pm

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