Hockey Daily Card Herald
From the ice to your collection - the complete story of hockey greatness!
SCORING CHAMPION SETS NEW STANDARD
One of the Rockies' brightest performers, he's a steady player.
Garyis working on his Masters Degree.
Simon was third on the Flyers with a plus-20 rating in 2002-03. In December of that season, Gagne earned first-star honors in three consecutive games.
Larry hails from Goderich, Ontario, and was a member of Detroit Red Wings' farm system. Traded to Toronto Maple Leafs in 1965. Rangers acquired Larry's services this season. A fast-skating forward, he should fit into Rangers' style of hockey.
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Born Big River, Sask., Nov. 28, 1941. 6'2", 205. Shoots left. He is part Indian and all hockey. Hard shooter, he developed fast in rookie Ranger campaign. Was EPHL rookie of year in 1961-62. at Kitchener-Waterloo.
HOCKEY TRIVIA
Q: When did the use of helmets become mandatory?
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Q: Who scored the most recent playoff hat trick?
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Like teammate Doug Favell, Bernie came out of the Boston Bruins farm system. He's an excellent "standup" goalie who plays the angles very well. Bernie has an extra-quick glove hand and he's quick on his feet. He broke into the NHL with Boston in 1965 following an outstanding career in junior hockey.
Bernie is an original member of the Flyers.
ASSIST MASTER
1,963 Assists
Wayne Gretzky recorded 1,963 assists during his career, more than any other player has total points. His playmaking ability was simply unmatched.
Hockey History Highlight
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VINTAGE SPOTLIGHT
Second only to Johnny Bower as oldest active player in the N.H.L., Allan continues to amaze the "experts" with his fine defensive play. Starting his 19th season in the N.H.L., Allan and Tim Horton are the backbone of the Maple Leaf defense.
Johnny played for three other NHL teams before hitting Boston, but now the former rodeo star is making it big. His lack of size hasn't stilled his aggressive play and the fans love his style. He's one of the league's top skaters.
The number one netminder for the Canucks, McLean is one of the most technically sound goaltenders in the league. He has great lateral movement and plays a classic standup style. He led Vancouver to its second consecutive Smythe Title last season.
A concerned and dedicated player, Ulf led WHA in Assists his last 3 seasons in league.
Ulf is a friend of tennis star Bjorn Borg.
THROWBACK
Real was WHA's leading scorer in 1976-77 and was named to Second Team All-Stars.
Paul is a big-time player for the Ducks. He certainly didn't have much trouble adjusting to the NHL game after winning the Hobey Baker Award in 1993 as the top U.S. collegiate player. He played at the University of Maine.
After lighting the lamp to tie the game and send it into overtime against the hosting Washington Capitals on Dec. 29, 2022, DeBrincat sent the Sentators home with a win with his second goal of the night in a 4-3 victory.
Real was WHA's leading scorer in 1976-77 and was named to Second Team All-Stars.
Real became the youngest player ever to score 60 goals in major hockey.
MODERN ERA
McAvoy shoulders the offensive weight for Boston's blueline corps and helped the power play click in 2021-22. As the Bruins faced the Montreal Canadiens in a heated Original Six battle on Nov. 14, 2021, McAvoy scored a pair of goals, including a man-advantage marker 2:14 into the third period to kick off the Bruins' four-goal frame en route to a 5-2 home victory.
Lemieux helped the Devils to the second-best regular season record in '93-94. His physical play and offensive leadership in the postseason led New Jersey to within one win of the Stanley Cup Finals. He finished the playoffs with 18 points and a plus-four rating.
Emile Francis, the Rangers' GM-Coach, calls Bob "the best two-way player" in the NHL. "Nevvy" scores consistently and seldom makes a defensive mistake. He's one of the few NHL players to wear contact lenses.
A fantastic sense of balance makes Nevin one of the toughest NHL players to knock down!
80s-90s ERA
Gordie was, over an unprecedented 32-year career, a superbly smooth skater, tremendously strong, aggressive, and determined scorer and team player. He still holds the career record for points in pro hockey. Gordie also holds six All-Star Game records. He became the first playing president of a pro team, the first father to play pro hockey with two of his sons and the first playing grandfather.
Jarome, the 2001-02 Hart Trophy winner as NHL MVP outdid himself versus Phoenix on February 23, 2003. He tallied goals in four flavors: even-strength, power play short-handed and empty net. "All he needed was a penalty shot," said Flames coach Darryl Sutter.
A versatile player who can play either center or defense, Curt has superstar potential. He has good size and is a team strongman. However, he doesn't draw senseless penalties. No one will push him around when the going gets rough. Curt came up through the collegiate ranks and was an All-America at Brown University. He formerly played for the St. Louis Blues and the New York Rangers.
Curt's father, a goaltender, also played pro hockey.
One of seven hockey-playing brothers, Fred Stanfield had a "can't miss" tag on him after a fine junior career. He bounced around in the Chicago system, but has caught fire in Boston. He's a flashy skater.
Soft-spoken Fred is a man of few words!
CLASSIC vs. MODERN
CLASSIC ERA
Seventeen shutouts in two seasons have solidly established Eddie as the new "Mr. Zero" in the National Hockey League. The Rangers gave up four players worth $75,000 to get him in 1965. He played more games than any other goalie last season.
Ed used to electrify the crowd by roaming from the net.
MODERN ERA
On Nov. 11, 1999, Ron had an assist in a 4-1 loss to Philadelphia The helper moved him past Gordie Howe into fifth place on the all-time list. Francis has played in four All-Star Games. He led Carolina with 73 points in 1999-2000.
They say that Smith is the strongest man on the Bruins, and that's some compliment, since the Beantowners are the roughest team in the NHL. A Bruin all his career, Dallas is very good with the puck.
Smith runs a farm in the off-season!