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Bert Marshall

1967 Topps Set (Hockey)

Bert is starting his 3rd year on the Detroit defense. Although he has assisted on 29 goals in the N.H.L., Bert has yet to score his first goal. A tall, rangy defenseman Bert is one of the hardest defensemen for opposing forwards to get by.

John Bucyk

1959 Topps Set (Hockey)

Magnificent physique inspired nickname of "the beast." Johnny has had two 20-goals-plus years with Bruins after they got him from Detroit. The move reunited John with Edmonton line mates. Horvath and Stasiuk. Born Edmonton, Alta., May 12. '35, 6', 196.

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Bert Marshall

1968 Topps Set (Hockey)

A succession of injuries detoured Bert Marshall in 1966-67 after he nearly won the National Hockey League's rookie of the year award the year before. He's out of Western Canada and played junior hockey for the Edmonton Oil Kings.

Bert scored his first NHL goal last season.
Wayne Hillman

1962 Topps Set (Hockey)

Youngest of three brothers who made it to NHL. Floyd had brief whirl with Bruins, then Larry stuck with Wings and Bruins before the Leafs got him. Wayne impressed when called up by the Hawks last season from Buffalo Bisons.

Guy Lafleur

1978 Topps Set (Hockey)

The recipient of numerous awards during his career with the Canadiens, Guy has been selected to the NHL All-Star Team on 4 occasions.

Jack Eichel

2016 SP Authentic Set (Hockey)

Eichel led Buffalo in goals and finished among NHL rookies in points, behind Calder Trophy-winner Artemi Panarin, in 2015-16. He became the youngest Sabre to score his first career goal on Oct. 8, 2015.

Mike Comrie

2004 Upper Deck Set (Hockey)

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.

Sylvain Lefebvre

1995 Pinnacle Set (Hockey)

The NHL honors the best defensive forward each year with the Selke Trophy. If a similar award was presented to the league's best "defensive" defenseman, Sylvain would be an annual contender. Very reliable in his own zone, he always ranks high in the plus/minus ratings.

Jon Casey

1994 Pinnacle Set (Hockey)

Curtis Joseph's a real workhorse, but the addition of Jon will enable the Blues to give "CuJo" more rest during the season. Jon has averaged 25 wins over the past five years and he reeled off a 14-game unbeaten streak in '93-94.

Peter Bondra

1997 Donruss Set (Hockey)

Over the past three seasons, Peter's total of 132 goals is second only to Jaromir Jagr among NHL scorers. He had nine multiple-goal games in 1996-97, and 20 multiple-point games.

Casey Mittelstadt

2022 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)

Mittelstadt, a former Mr. Hockey winner in Minnesota as a prep star at Eden Prairie High School who went on to play one NCAA season at the Minnesota Golden Gophers, notched his first goal against his hometown Wild in a 5-4 home win on March 4, 2022. He also added an assist on a second-period tally by fellow former Golden Gopher and Minnesotan, Kyle Okposo.

Andrei Vasilevskiy

2020 Parkhurst Set (Hockey)

Vasilevskiy, who led all NHL goaltenders in victories for the third consecutive season in 2019-20, went 4-0 against the Montreal Canadiens while recording a .959 save percentage.

Leo LaBine

1957 Topps Set (Hockey)

A scrappy wing, Leo led all NHL for- wards in penalties with 128 minutes. Hit own high mark in point scoring with 47. He likes to mix it up with "Bad Men" in loop.

Dick Duff

1967 Topps Set (Hockey)

Starting his 3rd full season with Montreal, Dick starred for Toronto Maple Leafs for 9 years. Involved in trades to New York and then to Montreal, Dick is a real "pro" in hockey. A steady positional player and strong competitor.

NIck Palmieri

2010 O-Pee-Chee Set (Hockey)

Palmieri led the OHL's Erie Otters with 24 goals and was third on the squad with 45 points in his second year of juniors in 2006-07. He was traded to Belleville during the 08-09 season, and led the Bulls in playoff goal scoring with 14 in 17 games.

Ray Cullen

1969 Topps Set (Hockey)

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.

Bobby Orr

1967 Topps Set (Hockey)

Bobby came from Junior "A" to the Bruins last year with more publicity than any rookie in the N.H.L. had ever received. Bobby responded by being named N.H.L. "Rookie of the Year," and in spite of his young age (19 years) he has already taken over as "leader" of the Boston team.

Don McKenney

1961 Topps Set (Hockey)

Last five years with Bruins this sharpshooter has averaged 25 goals while missing total of three games. Slick, effortless skater, he has deceptive speed. Won Lady Byng Memorial Trophy in 1959-60 for clean, effective play. Many a club has made overtures to Bruins for McKenney.

Terry Harper

1968 Topps Set (Hockey)

Ruggedly handsome, Terry Harper has played over 300 NHL games at just 28 years-of-age. He's an extremely hard hitter and spends lots of time in the penalty box. Offensively, he had his best season last year with 25 points. He's a native of Western Canada.

Terry is a golfer in the off-season.
Jason Allison

1995 Upper Deck Set (Hockey)

A high pick, 17th overall, in the 1993 NHL Entry Draft, Allison has gained NHL experience in the past two seasons and is still considered one of the Caps' young players to watch.

Rod Gilbert

1963 Topps Set (Hockey)

Born in Montreal, July 1, 1941. 5'9", 175. Shoots right. Rod is regarded as future star despite disappointing rookie year. Made full recovery from back surgery after leading OHA in Scoring in 1960-61 before turning pro.

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Brent Burns

2022 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)

The all-time points leader among Sharks defensemen, Burns continued to be a major part of San Jose's offense in 2020-21. On Jan. 8, he set up three goals as San Jose defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 in overtime to wrap up a road trip and he earned three assists three days later in another 3-2 extra time victory, this time against the visiting Detroit Red Wings.

Alexander Mogilny

2000 Pacific Set (Hockey)

When New Jersey acquired Mogany from Vancouver in a trade during the 1999-2000 season, it received the Carucks second-leading scorer. Mogilny produced three goals, three assists and six points in just 12 games with the Devils.

Peter Schaefer

2006 O-Pee-Chee Set (Hockey)

The penalty-killing Schaefer notched his 100th NHL assist on 1/21/06 against Toronto. During the 2005-06 season, Schaefer recorded new career highs in goals, assists and points. He was the 66th overall pick in the '95 NHL Entry Draft.

Jeff O'Neill

1997 Upper Deck Set (Hockey)

1/31/97 - O'Neill explodes for his first NHL hat trick during the Whalers 6-3 loss to the Mighty Ducks in Anaheim.

Sebastian Aho

2021 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)

On May 3, 2021, Aho's hat trick helped Carolina defeat the Blackhawks 5-2.

Gordie Hannigan

1953 Parkhurst Set (Hockey)

Gordie played outstanding hockey last season which was his rookie year in the NHL and was among those considered for the Calder Trophy award. Only team-mates Kennedy and Smith stood ahead of him in Leaf scoring.

Carl Brewer

1959 Parkhurst Set (Hockey)

Runner-up to Ralph Backstrom for the Rookie of the Year.

Martin Brodeur

1994 Parkhurst Set (Hockey)

It's almost ciche to state that goaltending wins championships in the NHL, but that fact was never more clear than in last season's playoffs. The Devils rode the play of their rookie netminder all the way to Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Martin Brodeur was a key to the Devils' success all season. He finished Second in GAA, fourth in save percentage (.915), was named the goaltender for the '93-94 NHL/Upper Deck All-Rookie Team and received the Calder Memorial Trophy for his efforts last season.

Tom Johnson

1954 Parkhurst Set (Hockey)

In four seasons with the Habs, Tommy has only missed 2 games, and has been a reliable, effective performer throughout. He can carry the puck, has lots of desire, and is one of the best rearguards in the NHL. Works for a surveying crew in Winnipeg between seasons and plays baseball for the Elmwood Giants of that city.

Taylor Hall

2023 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)

Hall helped the Bruins cruise to a 4-0 road victory over the defending Stanley Cup Champions on Dec. 7, 2022. The winger totaled three points with a pair of goals and an assist on a marker from Trent Frederic.

Jonathan Marchessault

2023 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)

Marchessault paced the Golden Knights with 30 goals in 2021-22, and the winger continued his productive offense the next campaign. He found twine in Vegas' 2022-23 season opener, a 4-3 road win over the Kings on Oct. 11.

Leo Labine

1958 Topps Set (Hockey)

Cocky, aggressive Leo the Lion couldn't find his scoring touch last year, slumping from 18 goals to 7.

Few forwards throw as many body checks as scrawny-looking Leo.
Al Langlois

1963 Topps Set (Hockey)

Born in Magog, Que., Nov. 6, 1934. 6, 205. Shoots left. Broke in with Canadiens, traded to Rangers in '61 for John Hanna. Picked up as a goalgetter after switch to New York. He's outstanding as skater for a big man.

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Joel Farabee

2023 Upper Deck MVP Set (Hockey)

Farabee dished out a pair of assists in the opening frame versus the Predators on Oct. 22, 2022, and then scored a goal of his own in the final period to secure the Philadelphia Flyers' 3-1 victory in Nashville.

Gordie Howe

1965 Topps Set (Hockey)

Gordie is now in 20th year with Wings and still going strong. His 595 goals an all-time high. Also, most games, 1259: most assists, 766: most points, 1361. And always a leader.

Gordie Howe celebrated the beginning of his 20th year in the N.H.L. by being the first player in N.H.L. history to score more than 600 goals.
Mel Bridgman

1981 O-Pee-Chee Set (Hockey)

Mel has never played a game in the minor leagues. With 312 career points, he ranks among the Flyers' all-time leading scorers. Had 3 game winners, 1980-81.

Mel was WCHL's leading scorer with 157 points for the Victoria Cougars in 1974-75.