Remembering Borje Salming & Rangers' Goalie Showdown: Lundqvist vs Richter
Also, some "Today in Hockey History", Edmonton Oilers that had 100-point seasons, and more.
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Today in Hockey History: April 19
April 19 has proven to be a big day for netminders in National Hockey League history. This date has also given us the start of the first modern-era dynasty, a family feud between Hall of Famers and legends setting records.
Remembering Borje Salming: “King” of Maple Leafs’ Defensemen
Borje Salming played 16 seasons for the Toronto Maple Leafs from 1973 to 1989. In his more than 1,000 regular-season games (1,099 to be exact), he scored 148 goals and 620 assists for 768 points. More remarkable, he ended his Maple Leafs career with a plus-minus of plus-155. What makes that high plus-minus so remarkable is that, during his last ten seasons with the Maple Leafs, the team was horrible, seldom close to having a winning season.
Rangers’ Goalie Showdown – Lundqvist vs. Richter
As an original six franchise, countless greats have donned the New York Rangers sweater since their establishment in 1926. When it comes to the netminders, two men stand out above the rest – Henrik Lundqvist and Mike Richter. These two goalies are two of the best in NHL history, let alone in Rangers history, but which one is the best to man the pipes at Madison Square Garden?
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Today in Hockey History: April 18
April 18 is a very historical date as the greatest player in National Hockey League history laced up his skates for the final time. In addition to a legend saying goodbye, there was a whole slew of Stanley Cup Playoff firsts that happened on this date. Let’s take our daily trip back in time to relive all the best moments.
Edmonton Oilers with 100-Point Seasons
The Edmonton Oilers have been home to some of the best players to ever play the game. From their dynasty days in the 1980s to the modern-day NHL, 10 Oilers have scored 100 points in a single season.