Ottawa 67’s centreman Bobby Smith, who owns OHA scoring records, will soon own hockey’s next million-dollar contract regardless of which league he calls home next winter. “We’ve had meetings with Minnesota,” said Smith’s agent Norm Caplan, of Montreal. “Outlines have been made and figures have been clearly defined but as of right now no documents …
This Day In Hockey History-June 6, 1977-WHA plays $500,000 tune and 67’s Bobby Smith is listening
TORONTO — Ottawa 67’s forward Bobby Smith, considered by many as the top junior hockey player in Canada, says he’s prepared to forego his final year of junior eligibilty to pursue his hockey career in the World Hockey Association. Smith could be one of several under age juniors who might go with the WHA. Smith …
This Day In Hockey History-June 4, 1967-1967 NHL Expansion Draft
MONTREAL (AP) – Six infant hockey clubs, whose multiple birth doubled the size of the once-staid old National League, start growing up in a hurry Tuesday….the biggest moving day in the history of professional sports. Hockey’s first expansion draft, to be conducted in conjunction with the NHL’s 50th annual summer meeting, will uproot 120 players …
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This Day In Hockey History-May 16, 1991-Forgotten North Star Bobby Smith Keeps on Shining
Smith’s resurgence keeps Minny magic alive in the playoffs PITTSBURGH (AP) – Minnesota wasn’t expected to be here, but one big reason why the Team That Doesn’t Know It’s Supposed to Lose leads the Stanley Cup final 1-0 is Bobby Smith, one of the few North Stars who has been here. The North Stars were …
This Day In Hockey History-April 14, 1993-Lots of Reasons to Bemoan North Stars’ Move South
Bloomington, Minn, (ap) — The stick is in Mike Modano’s hands, the puck is on the stick and magic is waiting to happen. Modano hits full stride. The goalie is helpless. The shot is taken. The red light flashes. The Minnesota North Stars win. Another Modano moment. “One thing I’m kind of sorry about,” Modano …
This Day In Hockey History-March 17, 1990-Mike Modano Scores First Hat Trick
By The Associated Press Rookie Mike Modano scored his first hat trick to lead the Minnesota North Stars to a 6-2 National Hockey League victory over Pittsburgh on Saturday, ending the Penguins’ seven-game winning streak at the Civic Arena. Modano, the first pick in the 1988 entry draft, opened the scoring at 5 minutes, 27 …
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This Day In Hockey History-March 12, 1984-Kent Carlson vs Paul Holmgren & North Stars vs Canadiens Bench Clearing Brawl
This Day In Hockey History-March 12, 1984-(VIDEO)Montreal Canadiens Minnesota North Stars Brawl
For 53 minutes and 27 seconds in Monday’s encounter with the Montreal Canadiens, the spark in the Minnesota North Stars’ attack was missing. Enter the bench. More precisely, both benches. Minnesota, trailing 6-3 before a bench-emptying brawl with 6:33 to play In the third period, rallied for a 7-6 victory as Tom McCarty scored two …
This Day In Hockey History-March 7, 1987-(VIDEO)Pittsburgh Penguins VS Minnesota North Stars
Penguins 7, North Stars 3 BLOOMINGTON, Minn. – Mario Lemieux and Troy Loney scored in the opening 1:33 and the Pittsburgh Penguins went on to an easy victory over the Minnesota North Stars. The triumph was Pittsburgh’s third over Minnesota this year in as many tries.
This Day In Hockey History-March 1, 1989-(VIDEO)Chicago Blackhawks VS Minnesota North Stars Highlights
Minnesota outshot Chicago 44-31 but Darren Pang stopped 43 shots for his first victory since December 28th in a 9-1 win over the Northstars. Blackhawks 5, North Stars 1 Minnesota 0 0 1—1Chicago 2 1 2—5 First Period— 1, Chicago, Manson 18 (Hudson. Graham). 15:52. 2. Chicago. Bassen 4 (Noonan. Manson). 19:41. Penalties—Ciccarelli. Mm (holding). …