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Jim makes up in ability what he lacks in colour. He goes about his work without fuss or fanfare. Rival forwards rate him as one of the toughest defensemen to deke out of position. He gives them a rough ride any time they try to dipsy doodle through.
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Theodore had three points (1-2-3) in Vegas' 5-4 home win over San Jose on March 17, 2021.
Chico rates as a contender for NHL rookie honors this year, eligible despite limited action with Hawks on call from Buffalo. Chico is speedy right wing, a scoring champ in OHA and leading rookie of the AHL two seasons ago.
After playing three years for the Black Hawks, Phil was traded to Boston and almost immediately emerged as the best center in the NHL. In his first season at Boston he set an Assist record, and in his 2nd year with the Bruins he became a full-fledged "Super-Star."
The NHL honors the best defensive forward each year with the Selke Trophy. If a similar award was presented to the league's best "defensive" defenseman, Sylvain would be an annual contender. Very reliable in his own zone, he always ranks high in the plus/minus ratings.
Red played 1 season with Montreal in 1963-64, but was sent to Quebec City the next year. Montreal could not use Red full time so he was traded to New York where he should prove he belongs in the N.H.L.
A first-team All-Star berth was won by Tim last season, at 38 years-of-age. Horton has 95 career goals and played his 1,000th NHL game (all with Toronto) last season. Tim has a blistering slap shot and is a key man on the Leaf's power play.
Tim owns a chain of donut shops.
Reilly, the brother of Red Wings' rookie Brendan Smith, was named a CCHA First-Team All-Star his final two seasons at Miami University in 2010-11 and '11-12.
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Rempe made his NHL debut for the Rangers on the road versus the Islanders on Feb. 18, 2024. He recorded his first NHL point with the game-winning goal versus the Flyers in a 2-1 victory on Feb. 24.
Selected 6th overall by the Islanders, Scissons is a tough competitor and an unselfish player with leadership qualities. He has a long stride with good agility and acceleration. His anticipation and good shot result in an effective scoring touch. He has above average acceleration and a quick release. He passes well to both sides, knows how to use the boards and is a good stickhandler. He's an exceptionally strong forechecker and backchecker.
Bill posted an impressive record of 15 Wins, 8 Losses, and 1 Tie in 88-89, his first full season with Edmonton.
Last season, Gump combined with Chas. Hodge to win the Vezina Trophy. Starred in last year's Stanley Cup play-offs when for 10 games his goals against average was only 2 per game. This was lower than Roger Crozier of Detroit who won the Conn Smythe Trophy.
After playing a full season in the Central Professional Hockey League, Jacques is getting his first chance at N.H.L. play. A shifty centre, Jacques figures strongly in Montreal's future plans.
Dallas made rare jump to NHL from junior hockey in Saskatchewan. Signed pro contract at 18. In first full year with Bruins last season he came fast in latter stage of race. Rugged, aggressive, this young defenseman showed unusual poise while breaking in. May be another "Flaman" in making.
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NHL's top rookie has deceptive 713 straightaway speed and a complete overall game... Extremely hard worker...Carries puck well... Will put up bigger numbers with full season on a line with Alexei Yashin.
4th Rd. Draft Choice (69th overall) 1980 Entry Draft. 1st NHL Goal, 10-18-80 vs. Islanders Billy Smith. Member of Campbell Conference squad in All Star Game, 1983 and 1984. Holds Oiler team records for "Most Goals 1 Season, by a Rookie" and "Most Assists - 1 Season by a Rookie". Scored 5 goals, 11-19-83, vs. New Jersey.
Most NHL observers simply ran out of adjectives to describe Buffalo's Dominik Hasek this past season as the All-Star netminder become the first player in league history to simultaneously win both the Hart and Vezina Trophies in successive compaigns. "The Dominator" was in rare form on March 15 against Pittsburgh when he notched his 30th career shutout en route to amassing a the league's best total for 1997-98.
A veteran of nine years of NHL play, Klukay is a down-to-earth, honest workman type of player that is a blessing to every club when the going is rough. Never a prolific scorer, Kluke only managed 8 goals but kept the opposition from scoring about 3 times that many. He has a knack of getting and keeping the puck for long periods of time, and is very effective in a penalty-killing role.
The J. P. Bickell Cup is awarded annually to the Leaf judged most valuable to his team.
Leading defensive scorer for Scouts last season. Was member of United States Olympic Team in 1972. Attended Bemidji State College before turning to professional career. Had seven points in 10 WHL playoff games, 1974.
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Jean-Sebastien is expected to receive a long look from coach Paul Maurice at the '97-98 Carolina Hurricanes' training camp. In addition to his brief tour of duty in the NHL, Jean-Sebastien played 50 games for the Halifax Mooseheads in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. He recorded a career-best 3.38 goals-against average with two shutouts.
Tied for NHL lead in assists last season. Won Hart Trophy as NHL most valuable player for second time. Named captain of the Flyers in 1973.
Dennis and Bryan Hextall are sons of former NHL star Bryan Hextall Sr.
Known as "Slinker" Sloan because of his deceptive style of play, he came to the Leafs in 1950 via Pittsburgh and Cleveland. He has been alternated between Right Wing and Center, being able to play both positions equally well.
Clark was a former minor league baseball player.
Gillies was MVP in 1979 Challenge Cup series versus the Russians.
Terry is starting his 1th season in the NHL and has played all but two season with Detroit. He played for Boston in 1955-56 and 1956-57. Rated as one of the greatest goalies in modern hockey. Sawchuk was a member of the first All-Star Team on three occasions and was a member of the Second Team three times. He won the Vezina Trophy as "the goalkeeper who has played the most games for the team with the fewest goals scored against it" three times
A thinking-man's blueliner, Nick does everything with precision and style. Three runner-up finishes ('98-00) in Norris Trophy voting have had Wings fans clamoring for justice.
Vic has averaged better than 20 goals in four years with Bruins after Wings traded him.
Hank Bauer's his baseball pal, a friendship dating back to their days in Kansas City.
Recognized as one of the premier defensemen in NHL, he has been 1st Team All-Star 4 times.
Brad was Rangers' team captain.
Starting his 22nd year in the N.H.L., Gordie holds more records than any player in the N.H.L. He has dominated the N.H.L. for 20 years and it is doubtful if any player present or future will threaten the records he is compiling in the N.H.L. Has been an All-Star 18 times.
Born Wetaskiwin, Alta, Dec. 2, 1933. 5'9", 160. Shoots left. Val is one of smoothest skaters in NHL, used as penalty-killer with Wings until Rangers drafted him last June. Val's speed makes him dangerous on breakaways.
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Crosby recorded his 1,300th NHL point in a 4-0 win over visiting Buffalo on March 25, 2021.
Size and aggressiveness are two of Gary's chief assets. He's a strong skater, and a tough man in the corners. Gary was originally drafted by Los Angeles back in 1968, and had a brief trial with Detroit before catching on with California. Gary scored three goals in 1969 playoffs.
Gary is one of the everincreasing number of college-trained players in pro hockey
Diesel Doug came to Chicago from Boston a year ago to bolster the defense, but switched over to left wing on Mikita line. Had eleven years with the Bruins.
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One of the mose dangerous shooters on the Sabres, Jim led all Buffalo marksmen with 12 power play goals last season. Only four players in the entire Leauge were more effective than Jim on the power play. A former rookie of the year and most valuable player in the Central League, Jim has played with three other NHL teams. He has one of the league's hardest shots.
Jim can play all 3 forward positions.
Born Shawinigan Falls, Que., Jan. 17, 1929. 6, 175. Shoots left. Traded by Canadiens in June after winning Vezina Trophy 6 times in 8 years. Had best average last season, too, among regulars without winning cup. Originated face mask for goalies.
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