MONTREAL (CP) – For the first time in the National Hockey League, a New York team has won three individual awards in one season. Results of the voting for five-player awards were announced today. Bryan Trottier of New York Islanders became the youngest forward and second-youngest player Io win the Hart Trophy as the most …
This Day In Hockey History-June 5, 1980-Byng-o! The Kid, Gretzky, has Hart
It was a day like no other in hockey history. On the same day Number 9, The Great Gordie Howe officially retired from hockey, Number 99, The Great Wayne Gretzky, officially ascended his throne. Following the most spectacular first-year performance in National Hockey League history, Edmonton Oilers’ Wayne Gretzky was informed late Wednesday he had …
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This Day In Hockey History-June 5, 1996-First Stanley Cup title helped struggling Pittsburgh Penguins, Jagr, earn respect
Jaromir Jagr knew a good party when he saw one. Only that time, he didn’t fully understand the occasion. Jagr was a 19-year-old rookie when the Penguins won their fust Stanley Cup championship in 1991 He was adjusting to life in the United States and spoke only broken English. ‘1 didn’t even know what I …
This Day In Hockey History-May 1, 1979-Trottier Total Team Man
NEW YORK (CP) – There is no “I” in Bryan Trottier s vocabulary. In his quiet way. he would rather talk about the performances of other players, ducking the spotlight whenever he can. Trottier is the best forechecking and scoring centre of the New York Islanders. He’s only 22. Veteran Walt Tkaczuk, 31, rates among …
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This Day In Hockey History-March 4, 1982-Mike Bossy Scores 50, Sets Record
New York Islanders winger Mike Bossy set a new record as he became the first player in NHL history to score 50 goals in each of his first five seasons. Bossy’s third-period hat trick earned him his 49th, 50th and 51st goals of the season. Islanders’ 10-1 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Nassau Coliseum. The …
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This Day In Hockey History-March 3, 1984-(VIDEO) Lafontaine Scores Hat Trick In Second NHL Game
LaFontaine hat trick sparks Isles’ 11 -6 win By FRED KERBER Toronto — Pat LaFontaine wanted only to speak to his dad. But it seemed that everybody in creation wanted to talk to the Islander rookie first. The only thing missing was a phone call from Ronnie in Washington. After all, how many times does …
This Day In Hockey History-February 19, 1979- Mike Bossy Scores His 100th Goal
New York Islanders right wing Mike Bossy scores his 100th NHL goal against the Los Angeles Kings in an 8-3 win at the L. A. Forum in Inglewood, California. He accomplishes the feat in his 129th NHL game, five games faster than Maurice “Rocket” Richard’s longstanding record (134 games) for the fastest 100 goals. “I’m glad it’s over with’ …
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