Dennis Bonvie
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1968-69 was the first season for 100 point scorers in the NHL. Phil Esposito shattered the scoring record with 126 points. But Bobby Hull scored 107 and Gordie Howe had 103, his only 100 point season in the NHL.
Gordie was 3rd (59) in assists and 5th (44) in goals. He was 40 years old.
Frank Mahovlich was his left wing, his first full season with Detroit after being traded from Toronto. Mahovlich was tied for 2nd in goals with Esposito with 49. Hull had 58 goals, but Mahovlich led everyone in even strength goals with 42. He was tied for 10th in scoring. He was the youngster on the line at 31.
Alex Delvecchio was their center. He finished 4th in assists with 58, 7th in scoring with 83 points. He was 36 years young.
On top of that Delvecchio was a +42, Mahovlich +44 and Howe +45. Just behind Orr, Espo and Hodge.
Incredibly, the Red Wings were only 33-31-12 and missed the playoffs.
Wondering if there was ever a line that was that good and that old, even if it were just for one season.
Gordie was 3rd (59) in assists and 5th (44) in goals. He was 40 years old.
Frank Mahovlich was his left wing, his first full season with Detroit after being traded from Toronto. Mahovlich was tied for 2nd in goals with Esposito with 49. Hull had 58 goals, but Mahovlich led everyone in even strength goals with 42. He was tied for 10th in scoring. He was the youngster on the line at 31.
Alex Delvecchio was their center. He finished 4th in assists with 58, 7th in scoring with 83 points. He was 36 years young.
On top of that Delvecchio was a +42, Mahovlich +44 and Howe +45. Just behind Orr, Espo and Hodge.
Incredibly, the Red Wings were only 33-31-12 and missed the playoffs.
Wondering if there was ever a line that was that good and that old, even if it were just for one season.