Here’s everything you need to know about this fan-made revival, why it matters, and how to install it for the definitive retro hockey experience.

When EA pulled the plug on the GameSpy servers that powered NHL 09’s online features, the heart of the game died. The EHL—where you and five friends could play a full season against another club—became a ghost town. Furthermore, playing against the CPU became a history lesson. Try playing a franchise mode today. You will face:

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