Hockey Daily Card Herald

Jim is unique on the Canadien team because he was born in Toronto, the home of the Maple Leafs, and Canadiens' arch rivals. This young defenceman came up through the Montreal organization and is rounding into a first class N.H.L.'er.

A regular with Vasteras Frolunda of the Swedish National League for three seasons, Carnback also played 45 games with the Fredericton Canadiens last year, registering 20 goals and 37 assists.

As good a stickhandler as there is in the NHL, Tod works hard for every point he gets. He was a standout junior, but needed 3 chances to make the big league. Teamed up with Kennedy and Smith in his first season in 1950-51 and formed the league's most-feared forward line. However, he has since shifted to centre, and hasn't been able to find wingmen who can convert his plays.

Didn't miss a game for Wings last season, and was the team's third high scorer. Tough defensive player who runs hockey schools for youngsters in the summer.

Came up to Boston under trying circumstances, filling the shoes of Terry Sawchuk, and made good with a bang. That was two and a half years ago. Don is righthanded, rare for goalies. Stand-up type who is rarely drawn out of cage.

The sale of Dollard St. Laurent to the Chicago Black Hawks left the door wide open for Junior Langlois to step into a permanent defence berth with the Canadiens. And Langlois' play in the late season and playoffs of 1957-58 with Canadiens had much to do with the decision to sell St. Laurent. When called up from Rochester for the last game of the season in Detroit, Canadiens had only three regulars, Harvey, Talbot and Turner on defence. Langlois took a regular turn and played so well that Toe Blake had no qualms about starting him in the semi-finals against the Red Wings two nights later.

One of the real opportunists in the NHL, Bobby hasn't let lack of size stand in his way to stardom. He led the Vancouver Canucks in scoring two years ag. He was traded to Boston in a three-man deal last season. He fit right into the Bruins' style of play and cracked the 30-goal barrier for the second straight season. Bobby is a specialist on the power play.

Gilles went to the Soviet Union to study Russian goaltenders last summer, and he's hopeful to make his first season in New York a successful one for the Rangers.

Never a spectacular scorer, Jim Roberts is the St. Louis "handyman." He can play forward or defense, and is a fine penalty killer. Jim is usually underrated, but he's a solid, industrious worker who seldom makes a mistake.

Well-travelled Craig was originally the property of the Detroit Red Wings, who turned him professional with the old Pittsburgh Hornets of the AHL in 1966-67. He played only one game with the Red Wings, however, before being traded to St. Louis, where he got most of his NHL experience.

After six years with the Stars, Manny moved to Minnesota in 2000-01. As a No. 1 goalie, finished with the NHL's eighth-best GAA and seventh best save percentage (.920).

Daren is two for two in the MVP category, having earned the honor in each of his two seasons with the Lightning. "He's the guy," said Tampa Bay President and GM Phil Esposito. "Without him, the playoffs aren't really a possibility. With him, they can become a reality."

The phlegmatic "Gumper" has won more pro trophies than any other goaltender, including the NHL rookie of the year, the Vezina Trophy and the WHL's most valuable player award. Outspoken and inclined to put on weight, Gump has become a real fans' favorite.

One of his most effective moves is a stuff shot in the corner from behind the net which takes advantage of his formidable reach. A heralded playmaker for club.

Kansas City's first round draft choice in 1974. Wilf is one of the rising young stars of the NHL. He's an extra hard worker with a real fine scoring touch.

Drafted first by Philadelphia last season, Bernie Parent came through in spades as he and fellow goalie Doug Favell led the Flyers to the West Division championship. Bernie's a product of the Boston organization.

The all-time Bruins' scoring leader, Johnny Bucyk has come full circle with the Bruins. He sparked their poor teams in years gone by and is doing the same for the now powerful Beantowners.

Bernie and his wife, Berna, have one son.