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Ken still holds single season records for most assists and most points by a right wing. He came to Boston as part of the same trade that brought Phil Esposito to the Bruins from Chicago. Ken is one of the league's steadiest players, and a real expert on the power play. Ken is a strong skater and a top-notch playmaker.
Ken is the only NHL player born in England.
A stout player and a strong hitter, Carcillo saw action in 18 NHL games in 2006-2007 and scored four goals. He was a third-round pick in the 2003 draft (73rd overall).
2023 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)
Skinner broke out offensively in a major way when the Sabres traveled to face the Montreal Canadiens on Nov. 22, 2022. The winger netted a pair of goals and dished out three assists to clinch a 7-2 road victory.
A true superstar and natural leader along the blue line, Pronger joined Bobby Orr in '99-00 as the only two players in MHL history to win both the Hart and Norris trophies in the same season. He notched his 100th career goal during the '05-06 campaign.
Bob sees a great deal of action on power-play and short-handed situations on ice for the Flames.
Bob was winner of Lady Byng Trophy as NHLs Most Gentlemanly Player in 1978-79.
Even though he's just 25 years old, John Brenneman has already played for five National Hockey League teams - Chicago, New York, Toronto, Detroit and Oakland. An assistant golf pro in the off-season, John had his top year with St. Louis, then of the CHL, in 1963-64: 28-47-75.
John is one of the fastest skaters in the NHL.
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.
Dennis is a brother of the famed "Golden Jet," and like Bobby, is a product of the Chicago farm system. A rugged performer, Dennis enjoyed his best NHL season in 1968-69, scoring 30 Goals and 34 Assists. He also possesses the patented "Hull" slap-shot.
On 3/21/02, just a month after winning an Olympic gold medal for Team Canada, Marty etched his name in the NHL record books when he beat Nashville for his 30th win of the year. His milestone tied Hall of Famer Tony Esposito with seven consecutive 30-win campaigns.
2016 SP Authentic Set (Hockey)
Eichel led Buffalo in goals and finished among NHL rookies in points, behind Calder Trophy-winner Artemi Panarin, in 2015-16. He became the youngest Sabre to score his first career goal on Oct. 8, 2015.
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.
2023 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)
When MacKinnon supplied the feed to Artturi Lehkonen to open the scoring against the Capitals on Jan. 24, 2023, the 10th-year center earned his 700th NHL point, helping the Colorado Avalanche defeat visiting Washington 3-2.
2023 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)
Recording his seventh multi-point outing of 2022-23, Labanc opened the scoring against host Arizona in the first period and dished out an assist in the final frame to help San Jose secure a 4-2 victory on Jan. 10.
Brett became only the second rookie in AHL history to score 50 goals in one season (86-87).
2024 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)
Tippett recorded seven points (5-2-7) during a four-game point streak, which he kicked off when he found the back of the net twice to lead Philadelphia to a 6-3 win at Anaheim on Nov. 10, 2023.
One of NHL's ranking penalty killers, Skov has developed bouncing flip shot into a nightmare for goalies. "Sam", as he's called, put together iron man string of 422 games with Wings and Hawks.
In Sweden, Thomas was part of the 1980 Olympics silver medal team and was named Swedish Player of the Year in 1980-81. In his ninth and finest NHL season yet (1989-90), he tallied five power-play goals, three game winners, and one game-tying goal, plus a 10=game scoring streak. Thomas was selected to play in the 1990 NHL All-Star Game, but injuries prevented him from playing. He has 64 points in 64 games vs. the L.A. Kings.
2023 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)
Copp notched his first marker in a Detroit sweater in clutch fashion on Nov. 3, 2022, when the Michigan native found the back of the net for the game-winner in the third period as the host Red Wings routed the Capitals 3-1.
Blessed with a powerful shot and a deceptive skating style, Andy could be one of the leading forwards in the game. He captained Guelph, Ont., to the junior title of Canada in '52. Then, after he failed to make good in the N.H.L., he developed fast with Vancouver and Cleveland, helping the latter club win the Payoff Title in the American Hockey League last year and was recalled.
Glasses Are Worn by few Big League Hockey Players. Today, only Aldo Guidolin (NY) and Flem Mackell and Hal Laycoe (Boston) wear them.
Shayne was one of four Canadiens represented in the 1998 Olympic Games in Nagano, Japan. In the 1999-2000 season, Shayne's first goal of the season was the opening score in a 4-2 win over Atlanta on Nov. 13, 1999.
Mel has never played a game in the minor leagues. With 312 career points, he ranks among the Flyers' all-time leading scorers. Had 3 game winners, 1980-81.
Mel was WCHL's leading scorer with 157 points for the Victoria Cougars in 1974-75.
The oldest active player in the N.H.L., Johnny spent 11 years of his first 12 as a pro playing in the minor leagues. Toronto gave him a second chance in the 1958-59 season and he has starred ever since. A stand-up type of goalie, Johnny is at his best in crucial games.
Charlie is known in the trade as a digger due to his alertness and aggressiveness in corners. Scored 15 goals last season after starting out in Kingston and being recalled. Always plays with a helmet, result of serious skull fracture. He's not noted as scorer, but proved worth in full turn.
2021 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)
Dubois scored 27 seconds into overtime to seal a 4-3 win in Vancouver on Feb. 21, 2021.
Nicklas' rookie season was a huge success. He led Sweden to the gold medal at the 1991 World Championships and played in the Canada Cup last fall, then quickly became recognized as one of the best point men to enter the NHL in many years. His blasts from the blueline forced penalty killing units all over the league to key on him and open up more room near the net. His quickness keys Wings' transition game.
Like teammate Doug Favell, Bernie came out of the Boston Bruins farm system. He's an excellent "standup" goalie who plays the angles very well. Bernie has an extra-quick glove hand and he's quick on his feet. He broke into the NHL with Boston in 1965 following an outstanding career in junior hockey.
Bernie is an original member of the Flyers.
2001 Topps Heritage Set (Hockey)
Winner of the 1998 Norris Trophy as the NHL's top defenseman, Rob won his first Stanley Cup in 2000-01, with the Avalanche. He is one of the game's best power-play quarterbacks.
Who is the heaviest player in the NHL? ANS: Kevin Freadrich, 260 lbs.
Purchased outright from the New York Rangers, Lou has been used as a utility right winger with the Black Hawks. A real speedster on right wing, Lou has not been able to reach his rated potential in the N.H.L.
Last amateur club: Toronto Marlboros (Jrs.). Completing the tremendous jump from junior to top pro ranks as a Leaf regular this past season, Ron has given a terrific account of himself. He came 4th in Leaf point-getting and stood well up on the NHL scoring list.
Sometimes called "Puck's Bad Boy." Reg plays anywhere but goal, has developed into one of league's top penalty killers. Despite penchant for drawing penalties himself, he cut time in "sin bin" from 145 minutes as rookie to 71.
A five-year minor-league veteran, Doell finally got his shot in the NHL against Carolina on 1/4/08. Helped the Chicago Wolves to an AHL Calder Cup championship in June 2008. Helped the University of Denver to a national championship his senior season in 2002-03.
The greatest scorer the history of the National Hockey League. Was nosed out again in the final voting by Howe for All-Star honours. The "Rocket" spent long hours developing his quick-breaking technique that has enabled him to rack up many goal-scoring records. His total of 384 goals will probably never be beaten. Is a steel company representative during the off-season.
A stalwart on the young and improving Sabres' defense, Richie has impressed club's coaching staff. He has earned a spot on the Sabres power-play unit.
Richie's last amateur club was the Windsor Spitfires of the Jr. "A" OHA in 1976-77.
The defensive-minded Adams is at his best when he works at killing off penalties and back checking the opposition into turnovers. But his offensive skills are noteworthy as well, as he proved in 2005-06 with a new career high in goals.
Born Lac St. Jean, Que., Oct. 3, 1940. 6'1", 175. Shoots left. He started each of the last two seasons with Rangers, then wound up in minors. Tall, rangy and fast in deceptive way, he has potential for NHL stardom.
In What U.S. City Was First Hockey Game Played?
2022 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)
Saad had a pair of two-goal performances in St. Louis victories over the Sharks in November 2021, giving him 13 tallies in 28 career games versus San Jose, tied for his most against any opponent (Anaheim). The winger's 26 total points against the Sharks was also his highest total versus any team.
2024 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)
Ekblad's power-play assist eight minutes into the third period led to Evan Rodrigues' game-winner for the Florida Panthers when they toppled visiting the Dallas Stars 5-4 on Dec. 6, 2023.