Hockey Daily Card Herald
From the ice to your collection - the complete story of hockey greatness!
ROOKIE SENSATION BREAKS RECORDS
A 17-year veteran of the NHL, Vlasic rang in the new year in style when he netted his first goal of the 2022-23 season in the second period on Jan. 1, 2023, in a road matchup versus the Chicago Blackhawks.
Henry missed most of last season following a head injury, but he's hoping to return to top form in 1976-77. He's a former member of the United States Olympic Team.
Henry was the first player to wear a headband in an NHL game.
Always a spectacular scorer as a junior, Ray Cullen has continued that pattern in the NHL. "Cully" has been playing hockey since he was six. Two brothers, Brian and Barry also made NHL. Not a fancy skater, but very handy around net.
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After six years with the Stars, Manny moved to Minnesota in 2000-01. As a No. 1 goalie, finished with the NHL's eighth-best GAA and seventh best save percentage (.920).
HOCKEY TRIVIA
Q: Who, on the ice, is allowed to handle the puck?
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Q: What is a player who won't dish the biscuit?
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The Flames named Keith their captain for their first season in the NHL. He is an experienced and capable leader. Injuries have hurt him through the years, but he missed only one game last season, and led the Flames with nine power play goals. Keith also played four years with the Pittsburgh Penguins. He's a hustler, and always gives his top effort.
Keith's brother Bill is coach of the Vancouver Canucks.
PLAYER SPOTLIGHT
Steve has done much in his 17-year career, but he won his first regular-season award in 1999-2000. Yzerman won the Selke Trophy as the NHL's top defensive forward. Steve scored his 1,500th NHL point against Edmonton on Nov. 20. 1999.
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VINTAGE SPOTLIGHT
Bill was "Rookie of the Year" in the W.H.L. 1965-66 season. Coach Billy Reay hopes this rookie can help fill in for forwards traded to Boston at the start of the season.
Lemieux helped the Devils to the second-best regular season record in '93-94. His physical play and offensive leadership in the postseason led New Jersey to within one win of the Stanley Cup Finals. He finished the playoffs with 18 points and a plus-four rating.
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.
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.
Lady Byng Memorial Trophy
RETRO CORNER
"The Red Baron" astounded the hockey world by exploding for six goals in one game last season. He's the first superstar in the West Division. Swift skater and clever playmaker. Former All-American in college hockey.
Born in Capreol, Ont., Dec. 13, 1933. 6', 185. Shoots left. Doug constantly shuffled from forward to defense, but has speed plus shot to star anywhere. Willing to play wherever needed, he'll probably be switched to center.
A crowd-pleaser with a brilliant style of play, he was the second player chosen in 1975 draft. Had established himself as tough, high scoring wing with Medicine Hat, and became a key man on the attack for Rockies last season. His aggressive style of play had landed him in the penalty box for 372 minutes in '73-74 & '74-75.
One of the toughest players on the Kings, big Dan never shows any reluctance to throw his weight around. He split last season between Chicago and Los Angeles, and five of his 17 goals turned out to be game-winners. A first-round amateur draft choice in 1970, Dan should crack the 20-goal barrier for the Kings this season.
Dan works with weights to strengthen his leg muscles.
MODERN ERA
Geoff was the leading goal scorer for Columbus during the 2002-03 season, posting his highest total since racking up 36 with the Hartford Whalers in 1996-97.
Wiemer's first goal of the 1999-2000 season helped his team defeat the islanders 3-2 on Nov. 23, at the Saddledome. On Dec. 12, his third-period game-winner helped blackout the Blackhawks 2-1. He had 11 goals that season.
Bryan is hoping to rebound into his past form after a disappointing season last year. He's a good playmaker and a very aggressive performer when the going gets rough.
Bryan comes from a hockey-playing family.
80s-90s ERA
Another top young prospect in the Sharks organization, Alexander Cherbayev played his first season of North American hockey last year after spending three seasons with Khimik in the Soviet/CIS National League. San Jose's third pick in '92, Cherbayev was scouted as a solid two-way winger with a solid work ethic and good offensive potential. He is strong on his skates and willing to pay the price to make a play.
One of the toughest players in the league to knock off his feet, Walt is also an outstanding defensive player in addition to his scoring power. He's a fine penalty killer, a good playmaker and a top stickhandler. Walt had an outstanding junior career before joining the Rangers. He led the Rangers with seven power play goals last year.
Perhaps the most unlikely looking hockey player is little Camille Henry. The little man with radar in his stick is one of the league's most popular players. He's tops on the power play and was rookie of the year, 1953-54.
Camille is recognized as the NHL's best at deflecting pucks into the net!
When Real fractured his leg in November, 1953 and was out for the season, it was feared he would never play hockey again. But, he's back this season, taking up where he left off. His 1st full season with Boston (1952-53) was a fine one, as he scored 19 Goals and 14 Assists. At Hershey in 1951-52, he had 20 Goals in 34 games and was brought up to Boston to play in 33 games.
A Hook Check is used by Hockey Players to get the puck from an opponent by bending down on one knee and sweeping the...
CLASSIC vs. MODERN
CLASSIC ERA
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.
MODERN ERA
In addition to playing briefly with Tampa Bay in '96-97, Derek was the No. 1 goaltender for the Cleveland Lumberjacks of the International Hockey League. In 46 games, he registered a 3.19 goals-against average. In 14 playoff games, he had a 2.95 goals-against average. Before turning pro, Derek played in the Ontario Hockey League with Detroit and Belleville.
Mel broke right into the Philadelphia lineup without the benefit of minor league experience, and he became a regular without much trouble. He didn't miss a game last season.
Mel was the number one player chosen in the 1975 amateur draft.