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The Stars handed Nashville a 3-1 loss on Feb. 2, 2019, when Seguin scored his 250th career goal in the first period to tie the score.
On October 31, 1978 he scored 3 goals and 2 assists as Islanders defeated Colorado Rockies, 8-5.
The Islanders joined the NHL the same season as the Atlanta Flames.
Daren is two for two in the MVP category, having earned the honor in each of his two seasons with the Lightning. "He's the guy," said Tampa Bay President and GM Phil Esposito. "Without him, the playoffs aren't really a possibility. With him, they can become a reality."
A native of Trebic, Czech Republic, Martin scored 56 goals and 109 points in 81 games on the ZPS Zlin-Jr. squad before coming to North America in 1999 to play for Saskatoon (WHL). After two years in Canadian juniors, he earned a spot on the Predators' 2001-02 opening night roster and clicked immediately with Vladimir Orszagh and Denis Arkhipov. Erat notched his first NHL point on October 11, 2001, when he (and Arkhipov) set up Orszagh's GWG in a dramatic 1-0 victory over a tough Calgary squad.
2021 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)
MacKinnon scored his 200th goal as Colorado earned a point in Arizona on March 23, 2021.
2001 Topps Heritage Set (Hockey)
Ilya had a brilliant 2000-01 season, leading the Spartak squad of Russia's first division in scoring and becoming the first Russian ever picked first overall in the NHL Draft.
Which NHL goalie was second in Vezina voting in 2000-01? ANS: Philadelphia's Roman Cechmanek, 65 votes
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.
With the addition of players such as Paul Kariya, Oleg Tverdovsky and Valeri Karpov, Stu's presence should be of utmost importance to the Mighty Ducks in '94-95. He's a tough customer who 1939 always sticks up for his teammates.
Despite an eleventh-hour draft day deal that saw Florida and Columbus swap positions, it was a foregone conclusion that the Panthers were going after Jay with their first round pick. They fully expected him to step right into their NHL lineup and, of course, that is what he did. Ultimately taken third overall, Bouwmeester was a defensive stalwart for both the Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL) and Team Canada, with whom he won a silver medal at the 2002 World Junior Championships. He collected an assist in his NHL debut on October 10, 2002.
Adams always seems to play an intangible, but extremely valuable, role for the club. He's fairly fast, covering a decent amount of ice in little time and possesses a good shot. Adams drives to the nel with much frequency, another reason for his success.
A top scorer for the Flyers, Reggie set NHL record with 80 Goals during 1975-76 season.
The Flyers traded three players to get Reggie in 1974.
Starting his tenth season in New York, Rod hopes to make this one his best. He's a good skater, has a good shot and lots of determination and effort.
Rod attained a long-time goal by hitting 50 goals in '70
Rarely is a defenseman picked as rookie of the year in NHL. In fact, until Kent Douglas was chosen in 1962-63, it hadn't been done. Then Jacques repeated on behalf of Canadiens. Tall and graceful, Jacques has the good moves and cool playmaking ability.
Jacques grew up in Rouyn, Que., where temperature dips below zero.
Last amateur club: Toronto Marlboros (Jrs.). Also played for Windsor Spitfires & Barrie Flyers. Starred for cup-winning Guelph Biltmores whom he joined for playoffs last year. Completing the tremendous jump from junior to top pro ranks as a Leaf regular this season.
He's known in the NHL for his robust all-around play.
The Rockies won a team record 20 games in 1976-77.
One of the many outstanding young players developed by the talent-rich Canadiens. Seven of his 21 goals last season proved to be game-winners, and he scored eight points in 17 Stanley Cup Playoff games. Chuck is a good playmaker and apparently needs only experience to become a star performer.
Chuck's brother Bryan plays for the N.Y. Islanders.
When Gil suffered a broken leg last season, the Sabres hopes for a playoff berth were severely hampered. The former rookie of the year and number one overall selection in the 1970 Amateur Draft is one of the flashiest performers in the NHL. Gilles has been in the superstar category since his very first game in the NHL. He is a former winner of Lady Byng Trophy.
Gil's been compared to all-time great Jean Beliveau.
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.
Duane is married, his wife's name is Cindy. One of 5 hockey-playing brothers. Devotes off-season time to a hockey school in Alberta.
Most Shutouts, Career 25 - Glenn Resch
Bill posted an impressive record of 15 Wins, 8 Losses, and 1 Tie in 88-89, his first full season with Edmonton.
Modano, one of the game's elite talents, has topped the 80-point mark eight times in his career.
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.
Mark made an impact in 1989-90 when he was one of the NHL's best rookies. He ranked second in goals, fourth in assists and third in points among all first-year players and he became one of the Penguins' most dependable players in the second half of the season when superstar Mario Lemieux was sidelined with an injury. Mark joined a line with John Cullen and Troy Loney and had a 10-game point-scoring streak that helped make Pittsburgh a contender. Mark's plus-6 rating tied him for the lead on the Penguins in 1989-90. An elusive skater who handles the puck well, he led the Western Hockey League with 93 assists in 1987-88 while playing for Kamloops.
As an amateur, Jean was a folk hero in and around Quebec. His scoring exploits with the senior Quebec Aces are still legendary. "Le Gros Bill" had his best year with the Canadiens in 1955-56, scoring 47 goals and 41 assists for 88 points.
Jean was signed for a fabulous bonus in 1952.
Brad is a top-notch defenseman, with a flair for offense. He was a first team All-Star in 1969-70 and second team last season. Poise with the puck and a stinging slap shot are two of his other assets. Brad is also the aggressive type, and good at clearing the puck from his zone.
Brad is one of the most popular players on the Rangers.
Brian, a grinding type of player, battled back from an injury-plagued 1988-89 season by setting career highs in goals and points. He had one of his best games late in the season when his two goals and an assist helped Minnesota defeat Detroit and gain a firm hold on the final Norris Division playoff spot. In the playoffs, he scored both goals in Minnesota's 2-1 win over the Blackhawks in Game 1 of their divisional semifinal series. The second player drafted in 1982, Brian was playing full time in the NHL at age 18. An eight-year veteran, he ranks second in goals and third in points on the North Stars' all-time lists. He has played in two All-Star Games.
Drafted as under-age junior by WHA. 1st NHL Goal, 10-14-79 vs. Canucks Glen Hanlon. 1st Team All Star for 4th time. Won Hart Trophy for 5th straight year in 1983-84. Won Art Ross Trophy for the 4th time in 1983-84. MVP in 1982-83 All Star Game. Owns NHL Record for "Longest Consecutive Point-Scoring Streak", 51 games.
Denis has let his play do the talking over the last two seasons. In fact, in 2002-03 he set an NHL record with 4,511 minutes played. Last year, he improved his save percentage to .918. He continues to evolve into one of the NHL's top netminders.
Kent made his NHL debut with Columbus on April 2, 2003, against Minnesota. Before his call-up. McDonell scored 31 points in 72 games with Syracuse (AHL).
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.
In Game 1 of Tampa Bay's first round series with Columbus, Hedman led the Lightning with 57:38 of ice time on Aug. 11, 2020. Tampa Bay won 4-3 in the fourth-longest playoff contest in NHL history.
"I've always had to prove people wrong," Sgarbossa told the Denver Post before his NHL debut on Jan. 30, 2013. It's hard to believe there are still doubters after seeing the creative scorer lead the Ontario Hockey League in scoring with 102 points (47 goals, 55 assists) in 2011-12 with Sudbury.
Acquired from the Flyers on 2-9-04, Comrie looks to flourish with the upstart Coyotes. Known as a top offensive threat, Comrie gave his new team instant offense upon his arrival. In his first six games with Phoenix, Comrie netted a goal and six assists, including a two-assist effort against the Mighty Ducks in his Coyote debut.
Luc earned his third selection to the All-Star First Team in 1990 after a season in which he led all NHL left wings in scoring for the second straight time. He marked his fourth NHL campaign by cracking the 50-goal barrier for the second time (he scored 52) and passing the 100-point barrier for the second time. Luc also led the NHL in shooting percentage, scoring on 24.8 percent of his attempts. Despite a sensational first year in junior hockey, the King winger wasn't drafted until the ninth round of the 1984 draft. He has appeared in three All Star Games and scored two goals in a 62-second span in the 1990 game at Pittsburgh. He won the Calder Trophy as NHL Rookie of the Year in 1986-87, the only King ever to win the award.
If opponents did not know much about Staal when he broke into the NHL in 2003-04, the Carolina center undoubtedly made his mark during the 2005-06 season, when he displayed spectacular offensive skills on his way to ranking among the league leaders in both goals and assists. Drafted second overall in 2003, the young superstar should continue to elevate his stock.
Dick starred for Toronto Maple Leafs for 9 seasons before coming to Montreal by way of New York Rangers who traded him for Bill Hicke. As a junior Hockey player with St. Michael's, Dick's idol in the NHL, was his hometown friend, Ted Lindsay.