The old lady going to her first game made me tear up. The kids getting all those picks from Boeser made them so happy and was wonderful to see. Hockey is a beautiful community.
Seeing the happiness on a kid’s face when they’re given a puck or stick shows why hockey is the best sport. These players legit care about the kids. That’s what it’s all about.
She was crying because she was going to get to see Sid in real life. You know you’re a good guy when you can make grandmas heart beat faster. Sweet stuff!
I was there for Ryan Miller’s last game, and the ceremony was a tear jerker. He’s done so much for the NHL, I’m glad he gets to rest. Thank you Ryan, I guess Miller Time is over
@@WreckinWookie What did he do for the NHL? LMAO You ignorant child. What Ryan Miller did was help expand the NHL's fan base with his INCREDIBLE performance in the 2010 Olympics giving the US a shot in the Gold Medal game against a far superior Canadian team. The US never trailed a single time in the entire tournament because Miller stood on his head! Their only loss was in OT of the Gold Medal game, even though Canada outshot and outplayed them by a HUGE margin. He was so good in fact that he won the MVP of the entire tournament playing for a team that didn't even win gold. He is also the only goalie in hockey history to win the Hobey Baker and be named best goalie in the NCAA, the AHL, the NHL, and at the Olympic Games. Any questions, dope?
Rod is all amped up and it’s “after” the game is over. I just absolutely love watching the sheer delight a child has by being given such a simple present ... a puck.
Typical hockey player. I don't play in the NHL and was never good enough to but when I play it take hours to come down from a good competitive tilt. Rod's cool. I love how he's pacing back and forth. Been there dome that too..
It's always been that way. Back when the Flyers won their Cups, they all used to hang out at this corner bar called Rexy's which, unfortunately, burned down(the players wore black arm bands in memoriam). They also used to play charity softball against local police or fire departments. On occasion, after the game, one of the policemen or firemen would host a BBQ in their back yards and some of the players used to attend. Can you imagine Bobby Clarke hanging out with you and your friends after a softball game? Players today wouldn't even think of that.
Gonna be 64 next week, spent more years on ice than some folks spent on earth, got to where I was hockeyed out, but I gotta tell you, I have tears in my eyes. No other sport can match it, and in no other sport will you see moments like this. I can tell you from my own experience, acknowledging the kids, or giving a little kid a biscuit can give them the biggest smile you've ever seen. For as tough as hockey players are, there are some really tender and touching moments.
Reminds me of this past summer when I took my 7 year old daughter to a minor league baseball game(Wilmington Blue Rocks) and she got picked to yell "Play Ball" before the game and as she left the field a player gave her a ball. She was so happy(she got their mascot Rocky to sign it later).
Hockey players, of all levels, are just different. When my grandson was 3, and learning how to skate, the high school kids adopted him to help. Now that he is 5, and skates very well, he turns around to help 3 year olds. They learn from a very young age to help and be kind, and most of them carry it throughout their lives.
My mental health was in a deep rut today and sure I took my meds and that helped but this video honestly brought me out of that rut. Almost crying here. Thanks for the upload.
I’m right there with you on that. Wish I could get out of my psychological rut, but so many things are just going wrong in my life. I’ve been in tears all day and night. Wishing you all the best.
The Nana bit had me tearing up, not gonna lie. Fortunately I've been able to see them many times, but if I never had and I had made it to her age I'd freak out as well
I sat behind an echl teams bench one time, and a player flipped up a puck to a toddler, but it hit his head, the player came back out of the locker room 10 seconds later and gave the kid his stick, it was a long time ago but it always stuck with me
That first one melts my heart, even as a Blues fan. That's knowing your fans on a PERSONAL level Edit: Hockey will cry when Carey Price retires. He this THE Epitome of everything we stand for in Hockey, even as fans
I agree 100%, its good to see Carey Price is battling his own demons willingly as well without being forced to do so, recognizing you have a problem is the hardest step! God help him, and may he recover!
@@logangriffith4950 Oh man, I can't pass up the opportunity to talk about how special they were, with their freakish no look passes and twinstinct- such fun to watch even though they would decimate my team at times, lol.
Hockey is such a violent, fast paced sport and in person you will hear a lot of cursing by the players and coaches but they never seize to make me cry with these videos.
1:55 I hope the Penguins won that night. And I'm a Caps fan. I don't even care if they were playing my team. I hope they won that night for that sweet old lady.
ovie is a real one...i live in edmonton...once when he came to play here...i know a place for not too far from the rodgers place where peoples in a very great needs go for help...food ..clothes..hope...and he stopped and gives a man that was cold a winter jacket...beautiful things has to be share.
What a feel-good video. The 86 yr old Penguins fan getting to see her team for the first time live was too much; needed a tissue for that one. I love the NHL and it's players.
Alex really is special. He has taken all of the criticism that was given, with a smile on his face. He has made people laugh and he has enjoyed the game the entire time he has played. I think he is the best player of his generation (sorry Sid) and he doesn't get enough credit!
@@theredrooster3905 I am also a lifelong Leafs fan. Our team will NEVER have a player like Alex, because of the constant pressure from the fanbase and media. It is overwhelming for anyone, even the best players in the world.
Sorry hes just a goal scorer sid better all around player does everything well puck control faceoffs working corners with the puck passing and can play d. Ovi just goals!
Always chokes me up when I see the pros in the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, etc, handing over their equipment as souvenirs to these young kids! Who knows? Such inspiration from these kids' heroes could inspire them to become the next Drew Brees, Stephen Curry, Alexander Ovechkin, or Mike Trout! Perhaps pursuing athletics in college/university, or even representing their country as an Olympian! As for the young lady at 1:58, it goes to show that you're NEVER too young or old to enjoy athletic events!
Unfortunately most football players wouldn't piss on a fan if they were on fire. There are exceptions of course but football players aren't known for their fan interactions. One of my favorite stories, though, was when former Arizona Cardinal Darnell Dockett took a punch of underprivileged kids to Toys R Us and let them get whatever they wanted.
The 86yr old going to her first Pens game melted my heart. I hate the Pens cause I’m a Sharks fan & they stole our Cup, but love that that sweet lady got to see her fav team play in person.
the grandma got me 😭😭 i went to my first game in Detroit in 2023, the feeling is so surreal to finally see your team play in a building who loves the game just as much as you do
@qwertyuiopasdfghjkl Challenged, I decided to verify my claim. The good deed happend in 2014 when Tootoo was part of the Red Wings organization. For the playoffs he was demoted to their AHL affiliate team, the Grand Rapids Griffins. In other words, I think by "no" you meant "yes" ;)
I am so honored to be a part of a sport that cares so much about the fans. Obviously, the athletes get rich by playing, but they don't only do it for the money, the notoriety, or the fame. #LongLiveHockey
I like Ovie. Not a huge fan of his but he is great. I gotta say he does look like he purely enjoys the game and would probably do it for the league minimum.
The Granny was really doing a great impression of a Habs fan being forced to go watch the Canadians play, and they don't know who is playing either on the team.
So I got a personal story. I'm an Anaheim Ducks fan, and Corey Perry was my favorite player in his time with us (prolly because 10 was my number, and he wore it). Was sad to see him go, but he came here to Dallas. First game, Ducks @ Stars, I bought a ticket for a spot right behind the Stars bench where the forwards would sit in the 2nd period. Wore a Perry Ducks jersey. Brought a sign. Before the game, when he does his warmups, he gave me a fist bump. Before the 2nd period, while they were warming up, I held up the sign behind the bench, Pavs (the fucking legend) got Corey's attention and pointed me out to him, and Perry tossed me a puck. The Ducks Instagram got a great shot of me with the sign up with both of them sitting underneath it that night. Corey Perry is a player who is very love him or hate him, but the guy is a class fucking act as a human being, and I will never not sing his praises. I love that the NHL is full of players like these.
The old lady going to her first game made me tear up. The kids getting all those picks from Boeser made them so happy and was wonderful to see. Hockey is a beautiful community.
I was sad to see some of the caps players didn’t notice the kid at the end then almost cried when ovi gave him his stick. Love that guy
I was pretty much in tears, and I will never forget that moment
@@dinboo I did not know that was you in the video, that’s such a cool moment! I hope you’re doing well buddy :)
@@DeltaHighlights yeah thanks for including it!
@@dinboo this is a wholesome interaction in the comments 😂
@@dinboo you're awesome 👏👏👏
The grandma getting to see Crosby and the Pens play almost made me cry. She's so happy to be there. 😭
5:29 I love how the Dad was happier than the Son
At first I thought it was some random guy straight stealin little homies stick hahaha
I could sense the happy tears in his eyes even if we could only see the back of his head. Such a sweet moment.
Dad: We're gonna put this on eBay and get PAID, son!!
something they'll share and remember forever
I got a little emotional when nana got emotional, adorable moment and i hope she had a great night out.
I need a follow up
Love the puppy running on the ice what a sweetheart
Seeing the happiness on a kid’s face when they’re given a puck or stick shows why hockey is the best sport. These players legit care about the kids. That’s what it’s all about.
Well it’s not all on the kids, but that is a big part of hockey.
The Nana crying when she found out she was going to the Penguins game! What a sweet heart. “There must be a game tonight!”
it caught me off guard and i admit i got a little teary eyed myself
I'm still crying over that one.
She was crying because she was going to get to see Sid in real life. You know you’re a good guy when you can make grandmas heart beat faster. Sweet stuff!
Hope it was the first of many!
She was crying because she had to sit through a pens game
I was there for Ryan Miller’s last game, and the ceremony was a tear jerker. He’s done so much for the NHL, I’m glad he gets to rest. Thank you Ryan, I guess Miller Time is over
What exactly did he do past post a under .500 overall win record?
What did he do for the NHL other than be a goalie?
lol, true NHL fans know how much he has meant to the game. Let all the posers expose themselves.
You make it sound like they took him out back behind the shed after his last game lol.
@@WreckinWookie What did he do for the NHL? LMAO You ignorant child. What Ryan Miller did was help expand the NHL's fan base with his INCREDIBLE performance in the 2010 Olympics giving the US a shot in the Gold Medal game against a far superior Canadian team. The US never trailed a single time in the entire tournament because Miller stood on his head! Their only loss was in OT of the Gold Medal game, even though Canada outshot and outplayed them by a HUGE margin. He was so good in fact that he won the MVP of the entire tournament playing for a team that didn't even win gold. He is also the only goalie in hockey history to win the Hobey Baker and be named best goalie in the NCAA, the AHL, the NHL, and at the Olympic Games. Any questions, dope?
Leave it to Ovi man. The guys just the best. Caps fans have been so lucky.
Without a doubt... CLASS act!
Rod is all amped up and it’s “after” the game is over. I just absolutely love watching the sheer delight a child has by being given such a simple present ... a puck.
Typical hockey player. I don't play in the NHL and was never good enough to but when I play it take hours to come down from a good competitive tilt. Rod's cool. I love how he's pacing back and forth. Been there dome that too..
I think the NHL is the most player/fan friendly sport - these guys make an effort to engage with them. Well done...
It's always been that way. Back when the Flyers won their Cups, they all used to hang out at this corner bar called Rexy's which, unfortunately, burned down(the players wore black arm bands in memoriam). They also used to play charity softball against local police or fire departments. On occasion, after the game, one of the policemen or firemen would host a BBQ in their back yards and some of the players used to attend. Can you imagine Bobby Clarke hanging out with you and your friends after a softball game? Players today wouldn't even think of that.
Starts in junior and continues all the way up.
I'm a Flyers fan, but the vignette with the elderly Pens fan seeing her first game - that's just awesome no matter what team you like.
Gonna be 64 next week, spent more years on ice than some folks spent on earth, got to where I was hockeyed out, but I gotta tell you, I have tears in my eyes. No other sport can match it, and in no other sport will you see moments like this. I can tell you from my own experience, acknowledging the kids, or giving a little kid a biscuit can give them the biggest smile you've ever seen. For as tough as hockey players are, there are some really tender and touching moments.
Reminds me of this past summer when I took my 7 year old daughter to a minor league baseball game(Wilmington Blue Rocks) and she got picked to yell "Play Ball" before the game and as she left the field a player gave her a ball. She was so happy(she got their mascot Rocky to sign it later).
Hockey players, of all levels, are just different. When my grandson was 3, and learning how to skate, the high school kids adopted him to help. Now that he is 5, and skates very well, he turns around to help 3 year olds. They learn from a very young age to help and be kind, and most of them carry it throughout their lives.
My mental health was in a deep rut today and sure I took my meds and that helped but this video honestly brought me out of that rut. Almost crying here. Thanks for the upload.
I’m right there with you on that. Wish I could get out of my psychological rut, but so many things are just going wrong in my life. I’ve been in tears all day and night. Wishing you all the best.
@@JulieR73 yeah same. It's been a struggle.
@@JulieR73 wishing you the best, too, my friend.
I know this struggle. If you need to talk I’m always open
@@rosethefirechieftess1683 thank you so much :)
that last clip, i was getting frustrated at the players that walked right by the kid but Ovi made up for that and then some.
Probably didn’t notice him sitting there. Ovi even almost walked right by without noticing.
Ovi is a class act, always goes that extra step for kids. He is a brute on the ice, but a teddy bear to the kids.
They noticed him......some guys(a very small %) think they are above making a kids day.
@@coreybeaulieu8413 how do you know they noticed him?
A lot of players who gave him a fist bump almost walked by and only noticed him really late.
The Nana bit had me tearing up, not gonna lie. Fortunately I've been able to see them many times, but if I never had and I had made it to her age I'd freak out as well
I feel so much happier, this is heartwarming
Me too!
loved seeing ovie give the kid his stick, definitely a highlight for the kids life.
I'm not crying, you're crying
i just got something in my eye im not crying bro!
I sat behind an echl teams bench one time, and a player flipped up a puck to a toddler, but it hit his head, the player came back out of the locker room 10 seconds later and gave the kid his stick, it was a long time ago but it always stuck with me
Haha I was just thinking "what if they can't catch the puck?"
Ovi is an absolute gem
hes like everyones favorite uncle in the league.
3:19 Blues dog Barkley was so cute walking on the ice and picking up the stick.
The coach calling his dad and the players singing happy birthday just makes me feel all warm and fuzzy
That first one melts my heart, even as a Blues fan.
That's knowing your fans on a PERSONAL level
Edit: Hockey will cry when Carey Price retires. He this THE Epitome of everything we stand for in Hockey, even as fans
I agree 100%, its good to see Carey Price is battling his own demons willingly as well without being forced to do so,
recognizing you have a problem is the hardest step!
God help him, and may he recover!
Yes. I'm a Leafs fan, but Carey Price is an amazing goalie.
I geared up a little when lundqvist retired. And as a canucks fan dont get me started on how much i live the sedins
@@logangriffith4950 Oh man, I can't pass up the opportunity to talk about how special they were, with their freakish no look passes and twinstinct- such fun to watch even though they would decimate my team at times, lol.
Hockey is such a violent, fast paced sport and in person you will hear a lot of cursing by the players and coaches but they never seize to make me cry with these videos.
1:55 I hope the Penguins won that night. And I'm a Caps fan. I don't even care if they were playing my team. I hope they won that night for that sweet old lady.
Good on ya mate. It's things like this that make me love hockey more than just my own team.
A small gesture can make a huge impact on a kids life
ovie is a real one...i live in edmonton...once when he came to play here...i know a place for not too far from the rodgers place where peoples in a very great needs go for help...food ..clothes..hope...and he stopped and gives a man that was cold a winter jacket...beautiful things has to be share.
What a feel-good video. The 86 yr old Penguins fan getting to see her team for the first time live was too much; needed a tissue for that one. I love the NHL and it's players.
In the last clip, 1/3 of the capitals team missed the young lad waiting to congratulate them. Great 8 demonstrating why he’s the leader.
It takes so little to make a little kid's life at that age. You just made a fan for life. Great video.
Who would have known a hockey puck, could bring such joy? Vaya con Dios to to those players! Thanks from,St. Paul Minnesota.
Klingberg , what a class act. Love that clip. "That's my favorite player!!"
We need more of this
Ovi one got me! Damn, he's hard to hate! What an outstanding guy.
Alex really is special. He has taken all of the criticism that was given, with a smile on his face. He has made people laugh and he has enjoyed the game the entire time he has played.
I think he is the best player of his generation (sorry Sid) and he doesn't get enough credit!
When he was young he definitely coasted on his talent. I'm glad as he got older he's turned into less of an immature ass cause he's too good to hate.
I think he is the GOAT and will cement that when he passes Gretzky. As a leafs fan I am jealous of the Caps.
@@theredrooster3905 I am also a lifelong Leafs fan. Our team will NEVER have a player like Alex, because of the constant pressure from the fanbase and media. It is overwhelming for anyone, even the best players in the world.
Sorry hes just a goal scorer sid better all around player does everything well puck control faceoffs working corners with the puck passing and can play d. Ovi just goals!
@@johnrencheck2283 I respect your opinion. However, I need you to respect mine as well and not try to change my opinion. Fair enough?
Always chokes me up when I see the pros in the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, etc, handing over their equipment as souvenirs to these young kids! Who knows? Such inspiration from these kids' heroes could inspire them to become the next Drew Brees, Stephen Curry, Alexander Ovechkin, or Mike Trout! Perhaps pursuing athletics in college/university, or even representing their country as an Olympian! As for the young lady at 1:58, it goes to show that you're NEVER too young or old to enjoy athletic events!
6:04 How fucking awesome is that. Legend Ovechkin
Huge football/ hockey fan love how the hockey players engage with the fans it’s really awesome .
Unfortunately most football players wouldn't piss on a fan if they were on fire. There are exceptions of course but football players aren't known for their fan interactions. One of my favorite stories, though, was when former Arizona Cardinal Darnell Dockett took a punch of underprivileged kids to Toys R Us and let them get whatever they wanted.
I freaking *love* it when captains go above and beyond. Atta boy Toews and Ovi! God love ya!
I work with young athletes for Canadian Tire Jumpstart, athletes you have no idea how much you impact them. Thank you👏🇨🇦💕
The 86yr old going to her first Pens game melted my heart. I hate the Pens cause I’m a Sharks fan & they stole our Cup, but love that that sweet lady got to see her fav team play in person.
We need more these kind of videos. Made me feel good in my meow meow.
0:28 I love how you put the canes goal horn as the censoring sound lol. It fits perfectly
I did to
Same
Great collection of good stuff. Hockey players are good guys and this just proves it. Thanks for the smiles
This is heartwarming.♥️
Oh COME ON Rod The Bod!
Isn't it enough you've created a Canes that makes us cry by beating us? Now you make us cry here TOO!
Nothing will ever beat kids getting pucks from their heros. Bless them
I felt same way when I saw some players not acknowledge that poor kid. Leave it to Ovie to make it all worthwhile.
This is beautiful and heartwarming and just in time for Xmas. All class from these NHL boys!
NHL players are young, tough, good looking and cool. Great to see this !
Make this a huge serieeees pleaase, so beautiful
4:40 I just love this clip so much
Me too
Flames fan but the more I learn about Ovechkin, the more I admire him. Class act.
Wholesome video, but the canes bleeping each time their coach swears with their goal horn got me laughing more than it should have 😂
the grandma got me 😭😭
i went to my first game in Detroit in 2023, the feeling is so surreal to finally see your team play in a building who loves the game just as much as you do
Torn between the little Habs fan hugging that puck to his face and the dog's reaction seeing his owner again after a month in the bubble. 😭❤
I think the Habs fan was a little girl but I might be wrong.
"Wholesome" video notably missing Tootoo giving a little kid his stick, and beginning his path to world domination.
It is wholesome, but I think it happend at an AHL game, not NHL.
@qwertyuiopasdfghjkl Challenged, I decided to verify my claim. The good deed happend in 2014 when Tootoo was part of the Red Wings organization. For the playoffs he was demoted to their AHL affiliate team, the Grand Rapids Griffins. In other words, I think by "no" you meant "yes" ;)
Gotta remember it's just sports... BUT sports can be a HUGE thing for a fan of a team. Love the video.
That WAS a good clip. Looks like the NHL has some pretty cool things going on in interaction with their littlest fans.
NHL is such a great sport. Yeah it's a very violent game and in person you'll hear a lot of cursing but the players give a lot back to the fans.
Man I hate the canes but that was so great to see Brindarmour to get the team sing happy Birthday to his dad
Ovechkin is awesome! I don’t like the Caps, but that guy is a good human being and a true joy to watch!
I am so honored to be a part of a sport that cares so much about the fans. Obviously, the athletes get rich by playing, but they don't only do it for the money, the notoriety, or the fame. #LongLiveHockey
1:12 OMG I'M MELTING
That dog has better stickgandling skills than most of the Maple Leafs.
What a class act by the great 8
Memories are made of this
I like Ovie. Not a huge fan of his but he is great. I gotta say he does look like he purely enjoys the game and would probably do it for the league minimum.
I believe he took a pay cut to re-sign with the Caps. What a mensch.
Gee what does it take for you to be a fan of a player. Must be some super high standards lol
@@reubination exactly
This is great! Would love a part 2
Love stuff like this, best part of sports honestly
У Ови огромное сердце!
Быстро сообразил и подарил клюшку.
Настоящий капитан
That 86 years old women is amazing
Ovie was like, why doesn’t one of our players have a stick? Here ya go bud!
Lots of “aww” moments in here, very nice
That's why hockey is the coolest sport.
Nice examples of how the vast majority of NHL players truly get what its about. Cool compilation!
The Granny was really doing a great impression of a Habs fan being forced to go watch the Canadians play, and they don't know who is playing either on the team.
Greatest sport in the world at the pro level. Players are most always very appreciative and approachable with their fans.
Outstanding video! It’s nice to see some positivity on occasion!
this mildly cured my hangover thank you
I can't wait to go to my first hockey game. It looks like so much fun. Awwww nanna almost made me cry.
Everyone loves Lindblom him seeing his dog was the cutest
Well Nana is adorable even tho it's for Pittsburgh lol
Yeah I'm not a Pittsburgh fan but I do hope they won that night for her. haha
@@KrazyX777 that was Rogers Arena in Vancouver, I can't remember the last time the Canucks beat the Pens at home so she probably had a great time lol
I’m such a damn softie for these kind of videos!
Behold. The magic contained in a round disk of vulcanized rubber.
Hockey players might be the coolest sports men out there.
thank you, i needed wholesome today.
So I got a personal story. I'm an Anaheim Ducks fan, and Corey Perry was my favorite player in his time with us (prolly because 10 was my number, and he wore it). Was sad to see him go, but he came here to Dallas. First game, Ducks @ Stars, I bought a ticket for a spot right behind the Stars bench where the forwards would sit in the 2nd period. Wore a Perry Ducks jersey. Brought a sign. Before the game, when he does his warmups, he gave me a fist bump. Before the 2nd period, while they were warming up, I held up the sign behind the bench, Pavs (the fucking legend) got Corey's attention and pointed me out to him, and Perry tossed me a puck. The Ducks Instagram got a great shot of me with the sign up with both of them sitting underneath it that night.
Corey Perry is a player who is very love him or hate him, but the guy is a class fucking act as a human being, and I will never not sing his praises. I love that the NHL is full of players like these.
LOL i loved that the Hurricanes used the horn sound to bleep out the curse words
Nifty way of outwitting TH-cam’s broken algorithm.
Nana turned me into a blubbering fool ❤😊 Also Ovechkin gets a Noble Prize
Only I who love when the locker room sings happy birthday?
I don’t care what anyone says; HOCKEY IS THE BEST GAME EVER. I spent 8 years directing a high school hockey league and man the memories.
Fuck man, I’m actually gonna cry now.
Man that ovechkin clip really hits ya
I got a puck from cale makar and he gave me a fist bump and it made my life lol
It doesn't take much to make a fans day...
Hockey players are the most real down to earth pros … BY FAR
so heartwarming. This is why hockey is they best! 🏒🥅🏒
Keith Yandle thanking his goalies is the best thing ever