Hockey Daily Card Herald
From the ice to your collection - the complete story of hockey greatness!
HALL OF FAME SCORER REACHES MILESTONE
An all-around athlete, Bob also played baseball and football before deciding on hockey. He performed for the Canadian National Team against the Russians in 1967-68 prior to turning professional. The Canadiens, who owned the rights to Bob, lent him to Los Angeles at training camp, and the Kings quickly purchased his contract.
Bob played with Quebec of United Football League.
The recipient of numerous awards during his career with the Canadiens, Guy has been selected to the NHL All-Star Team on 4 occasions.
Bobby rates as toughest man to step on solo rush in NHL. Golden Boy of Hawks looks like Mickey Mantle on ice. Won scoring title twice in last three years, and his 50 goals last mark shared by M. Richard and Bernie Geoffrion.
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Several injuries have hampered Keith in recent seasons, but he's one of the NHL's hardest-working forwards. He was originally owned by the Montreal Canadiens, but played only briefly for them before being drafted by Pittsburgh in June, 1967. Keith's brother, Bill, also played in the NHL.
HOCKEY TRIVIA
Q: To which player is the Calder Trophy awarded?
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One of many pro hockey stars to come out of the mining region of Northern Ontario, Wayne is a hard-hitting defenseman who has seen NHL action in Chicago and New York. He's the silent type, but very reliable. No one skates with his head down when Hillman is on the ice.
Wayne and his brother Larry, are an NHL brother act with the North Stars.
PLAYER SPOTLIGHT
Mike established career highs across the board in 2002-03, as he reigned as the Coyotes' most productive winger. His refuse-to-lose mentality helped Phoenix earn a 4-4 tie with Colorado on November 17. Down 4-2 in the third, he assisted on one goal before netting the tying tally later in the period.
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VINTAGE SPOTLIGHT
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.
One of the NHL's most dangerous and creative wingers, Tony has scored at least 30 goals in eight of his 10 seasons. In 2000-01, he led the 'Hawks in tallies and tied for most PPGs.
Drafted in the summer of 1957 from Boston, Marcel was put to work in '57-58 as a utility forward getting a chance to play regularly when Maurice Richard injured his Achilles tendon. Playing with Moore and Henri Richard, Marcel came through solidly to plug the gap and was of immense help in the stretch drive.
Rated as one of the league's best rushing defensemen, Morrison is noted for his accurate shots on goal and is considered a threat whenever he crosses an opponent's blueline. Morrison can miss an oncoming forward and still get back in front of the net to check him again. Is good on clearing loose pucks and can burst out of his own end like a jet.
Eddie Litzenberger of Chicago won the Calder Memorial Trophy last year.
RETRO CORNER
Excellent mobility for a big man, "Junior" played for Montreal, New York and Detroit before Bruins acquired him last summer in package deal with the Wings.
A lot of rookies go unnoticed by NHL veterans when they first come into the league, but it's tough to ignore the 6-foot-7 frame and 250 pounds that Boogaard carries with him. And Boogaard isn't shy about throwing that weight around either, as 100-plus penalty minutes as a rookie will attest, but he's a lot more than a bruiser as his ice time and points have proven.
Perry had an impressive resumé even before he reached the NHL. The Ducks right winger helped lead Team Canada to a gold medal in the 2005 IIHF World Juniors while playing alongside Sidney Crosby and Patrice Bergeron on the first line.
After two injury-plagued seasons, Ivan finally played all 78 games last year. He wound up as the second highest scorer on the Golden Seals. He's a strong skater and a fine playmaker. His rugged style of play should fit right in with Chicago. Ivan was originally the property of the Boston Bruins. He's the only NHL player born in Yugoslavia.
Chicago gave up two defensemen for Ivan.
MODERN ERA
The four-time Vezina Trophy winner has never been awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy, despite spectacular performances in three Devils runs to the Stanley Cup. He had a 1.61 GAA and .927 save percentage in 2000 as the Devils won the title for a second time.
Bill, sometimes called Red, is one of the biggest NHL forwards at 6-3 and 200. Reached 20-goal plateau last season, first time in NHL. Graduate of U. S. college ranks, earning degree in geology at Colorado College, before turning pro with Calgary. Sold to Hawks out of Montreal organization.
Cesare was the first choice of the North Stars when the team was formed back in 1967-68. He's one of the tallest netminders in the league and makes extra good use of his size to keep pucks out of the net. Cesare has a scrambling type of style but is very effective. Formerly played for Toronto, Montreal and New York before arriving in Minnesota.
Fans yell "Hail Cesare".
80s-90s ERA
When Greg signed with the Rangers last summer, he returned to the area where he began his NHL career (with the Islanders) and to the man (Mike Keenan) who had coached him with the Blackhawks. Keenan, who is now guiding the Rangers, knows that Greg is a strong two-way player who excels in a forechecking role. He's a good cornerman who won't get outworked along the boards.
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.
Rangy rookie with an aggressive flair, Terry provided backbone on defense. He is heads-up youngster, stiff checker, and his 149 minutes in penalties suggests he backs away from no one. Terry was picked as 2nd all-star in Eastern Pro League.
A childhood accident severely burned Terry's body.
One of the roughest players in the NHL, Steve is known for his overall aggressiveness. He led the Scouts in penalty time last season, and is a real favorite with the fans.
Steve has held many records for penalty minutes.
CLASSIC vs. MODERN
CLASSIC ERA
John is a great defensive player, probably the finest sweep checker in hockey today, and one of the best the NHL has ever seen. He's used mostly in penalty-killing roles and has proven invaluable to the club in that capacity. He's determined to stay in the NHL and can be counted on to give his best. Has worked in the lumber business and in an advertising agency.
MODERN ERA
In his first year in the NHL, Daniel (twin brother of Henrik) recorded 20 goals and ranked eighth among league rookies — and seventh on the Canucks - in total points.
Scrambly Cesare Maniago is all arms and legs when he plays goal. Extremely good in playing the angles. Has played in 13 cities in nine years. Easy going and pleasant, he played in Stanley Cup Playoffs at 22 years of age.
Cesare once played six games in six nights!