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Vasili Pervukhin, LD

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Pervukhin was the long-term LD on 2nd pairing of the Soviet National Team, usually partnered with Zinetula Bilyaletdinov. Bilyaletdinov was the physical, stay at home guy; Pervukhin was the "crafty," two-way guy.

His time on the national team stretched from 1976 to 1989, basically when the USSR at its peak.

Pervukhin was the 3rd leading scorer among defensemen Soviet League history. Behind only Fetisov and Kasatonov.

Pervukhin was either a 1st Team All Star or top 5 (5th) in Soviet Player of the year voting on 3 separate occasions:

1977: 5th in Soviet MVP voting, first among defensemen.
Vasiliev and Lutchenko were the Soviet league all stars, though

1979: First Team Soviet league All Star.
No MVP voting available beyond the winner.

1985: 5th in Soviet MVP voting, 2nd among defensemen behind Fetisov.
Fetisov and Kasatonov were the All Star defensemen.
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Here is every instance a defenseman ever finished top 5 in Soviet player of the Year voting:

Fetisov: 1st, 1st, 2nd, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Vasiliev: 3rd, 5th, 5th
Pervukhin: 5th, 5th
Ragulin: 5th
Kasatonov: 5th

(keep in mind that the award didn't exist for much of Ragulin's career. We also don't have voting for 79 when Vasiliev and Pervukhin were the All Stars)

There definitely seems to be something of a "most valuable to his team" aspect in that award though.

Style of Play

The Red Machine said:
...coming along to supplement and then supplant Davidov and Vasiliev on the nationals were two other Dyanamo defensive stars - the crafty Vasily Pervukhin and the tough Zinetula Bilyaletdinov
Kings On the Ice said:
Vasili Pervukhin stands out as the one player least likely to make a mistake on the ice. His flawless play was really quite remarkable, whether in closing a breach on the defensive line or winning a tussle with an opponent.

Pervukhin maneuvered himself as lightly as a butterfly to match the pace and rhythm of the attacker.

For Pervukhin there were no slumps, nor opponents that he couldn't handle.

The powerplay built around Pervukhin became a Soviet classic in those years.

...Pervuhkin's initiating pass made mounting an attack relatively smooth​
It's Not Over 'Til Its Over by Al Silverman said:
When the US had the puck, Tikhonov had one of his burly defensemen, Vasili Pervukhin or Zinetula Bilyaletdinov, stay back ten feet in front of his own goal...
It's Not Over 'Til It's Over
 

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Doug Young, RD

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VanIslander said:
Big for his era, at 5'10 and 190 lbs, "The Gleichen Cowboy" was a "defensive talent". He was second to Goodfellow in Wings blueline scoring his first four seasons, probably because of his heavy minutes (on the top pairing in all likelihood). As an NHL rookie in 1932, he was fourth in the NHL in goals by a defenseman (one more than Eddie Shore); in 1936 he was fourth in the league in defensemen points (two more than King Clancy); in 1939 he was selected to play in the NHL all-star game. But, of course, he was known more for his "sound defensive hockey". He captained the Red Wings in 1935-36, 1936-37, 1937-38, on crutches with a broken leg in 1937 at the bench during their successful second cup playoff run. On a team with the likes of Marty Barry, Laurie Aurie, Ebbie Goodfellow, Herbie Lewis, Syd Howe, Hec Kilrea, Bucko McDonald, Normie Smith (all ATD drafted), it was actually defensive-skilled defenseman Doug Young who captained them to their two cups. (That is the kind of leader the Halifax Crescents are looking for to captain a team of stars; his last NHL season he played for the Montreal Canadiens and was that team's highest scoring defenseman, in 1939-40). Moreover, he was a winner before and after his 9-year NHL career. In 1926 he was a Memorial Cup champion, in 1930 an IHL First Team All-Star, and in his one post-NHL season of pro hockey he went out in style as a 1941 AHL first all-star team selection.

All-Star record
32-33: 7th
35-36: 9th
37-38: 10th

  • Played 8 full season in the NHL and 2 partial seasons, back when that was a decent career length.
  • Captain of the Detroit team that won back-to-back Cups in 1936 and 1937 (though he was injured for the 1937 playoffs)
  • Right-handed shot
Style of play (quotes from VanIslander's bio)

The Vancouver Sun – December 12th said:
Young is a big sturdy lad and has an interesting record, in that he scored more goals in the International last year than many forwards. He scored 16 goals and had 6 assists. For the past three seasons, he has been one of the outstanding defence men of the International League as a member of the Cleveland club.. Young shoots from the right side, is a good puck-carrier and weighs about 175 pounds.
The addition of Young should mean the difference between a winning and losing combination. He has been one of the outstanding backfielders in the National League. He is 29 years of age and can skate and handle the stick with the speed and finesse of a linesman. The price tag on Young was not revealed but Harris inferred that he had to dig deep to pry the star from the Red Wings.
GetDetroitSports.com said:
Doug Gordon Young is one of the more forgotten figures in Detroit hockey history, yet his contributions helped turn the young NHL franchise from a doormat to a title winning team.. Young joined Detroit when the team was known as the Falcons and scored his NHL career-high of 10 goals in his rookie year. Young was one of the reasons Detroit reached the playoffs at the end of the 1931-32 season for the first time in three years and for only the second time in the six year history of the Detroit Cougars/Falcons franchise.. Not overly big or small at 5-foot-10, 178-lbs, Young (known as "The Giechen Cowboy") used his positioning and puck-handling ability to patrol on defense. His movements were so good he was even once used as a goalie injury replacement by Detroit, yielding just one goal in his 21-mins for a 2.86-GAA.. Young was in his first season as team Captain when the Wings won their first S-Cup ever in 1936. Known more for his defense, Young scored five goals with NHL career-highs of 12 assists and 17 points in 1935-36. He also had his second highest NHL penalty total with 54-mins. Young managed to stay out of the box during the playoffs and added two assists when the Wings won the Cup in seven games including a 3-1 edge in the Best-of-5 Finals over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Although the Red Wings became the first US-based team to win back-to-back Stanley Cups in 1937, it was a subdued celebration for Young. He'd missed the playoffs and all but 11 games during the regular season because of an ankle injury suffered on December 6, 1936 in a 3-all overtime tie at the NY Americans. Young was never quite the same after his ankle injury. He was still the Captain in 1937-38, the first player in Detroit team history to hold tha honor for three seasons. After the Wings missed the playoffs that winter, Young was demoted when Ebbie Goodfellow (on his way to soon becoming NHL MVP) was given the "C" in 1938-39.
GetDetroitSports.com said:
In the Spring of 1936, the Red Wings took a serious run at the Stanley Cup and began by dispatching the Montreal Maroons in the first round. The highlight, by far, was the longest hockey match ever played in the NHL: Exactly 116 minutes and 30 second of sudden death overtime was required.. The goaltending of Norm Smith and the defensive work from Bucko McDonald and Doug Young set the stage for the triumphant drive to the finals.
GetDetroitSports.com said:
Baldy Northcott accompanied (Hoolie) Smith on his rush ... However, Normie Smith anticipated the play, caught the puck on his pad, steered it to teammate Doug Young who reversed the field. Now it appeared that each team was bent on wild kamikaze attacks in the hope of bringing the game to a sudden end. Young raced along the boards until he reached Maroon territory. Then he fired wildly, but the puck suddenly hit Montreal defender Lionel Conacher's skate and changed direction, sliding straight for the empty side of the net.
Detroit Red Wings - Greatest Moments and Players said:
Apparently in 1939, an independent AHL team bought Doug Young's rights from the Detroit Red Wings for a hefty sum. Young would end up playing one more full season in the NHL (in Montreal),...
Detroit's coach Jack Adams in 1936 said:
"Doug Young is the best defense man in the league."
The Saskatoon Star-Phoenix – April 4th said:
Doug Young, stellar young Cleveland defense star, clinched the game with two lightning-like thrusts in the third period. The first time he literally bowled over every Bison who dared to step in his path.
The Ottawa Citizen said:
Doug Young, recruit Falcon defenceman, proved the man of the hour, scoring two goals, his counter late in the third period breaking the tie and putting the Falcons out in front.
The Montreal Gazette said:
Chabot leapt across his net like a big cat to kick out Doug Young’s faming shot dead for the far corner.

 

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Ben Bishop, G

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  • Second Team All-Star (2016, 2019)
  • Vezina Trophy Record: 2nd (2016), 2nd (2019), 3rd (2014)
  • Stanley Cup finalist (2015)
  • 5th All-Time in regular season save %
Most Times Vezina finalist (1981-82 to 2019-20)

Martin Brodeur 9
Patrick Roy 7
Dominik Hasek 6
Tom Barrasso 5
Ed Belfour 4
Grant Fuhr 4
Henrik Lundqvist 4
Pekke Rinne 4
Curtis Joseph 3
Miikka Kiprusoff 3
Roberto Luongo 3
Ben Bishop 3
John Vanbiesbrouck 2
Rejean Lemelin 2
Mike Vernon 2
Kirk McLean 2
Darren Puppa 2
Tim Thomas 2
Jonathan Quick 2
Sergei Bobrovsky 2
Carey Price 2
Braden Holtby 2
Andrei Vasilevskiy 2

"Vezina finalist" is something of an arbitrary cutoff - for example, it eliminate's Belfour's three 4th place finishes. Still, pretty good company for Bishop.
 

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"Badger" Bob Johnson, Coach / PP Specialist

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wikipedia said:
Johnson was well known amongst players and fans for his enthusiasm and unflappable optimism, immortalized through his famous catchphrase "It's a great day for hockey!"

NY TImes said:
Johnson was a man of such tremendous enthusiasm, energy and positive attitude that it spilled over onto his players and all around him.

legends of hockey said:
Bob Johnson was one of the most popular and successful hockey teachers and administrators in the amateur and pro ranks. His effervescent personality combined with a technical knowledge of the game to make him a natural leader wherever he worked.

Stanley Cup finalist 1986, Stanley Cup champion 1991


Championships
1970 WCHA Tournament Champion
1972 WCHA Tournament Champion
1973 WCHA Tournament Champion
1973 NCAA National Champion
1977 WCHA Regular Season Champion
1977 WCHA Tournament Champion
1977 NCAA National Champion
1978 WCHA Tournament Champion
1981 NCAA National Champion
1982 WCHA Tournament Champion
1991 Stanley Cup
Awards
1977 WCHA Coach of the Year
1987 Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame
1991 United States Hockey Hall of Fame
1992 Hockey Hall of Fame
2000 Hobey Baker Legend of College Hockey Award
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Johnson also coached the 1976 Winter Olympic hockey team, the 1981, 1984 and 1987 U.S. teams in the Canada Cup tournament, and the 1973, 1974, 1975 and 1981 U.S. national teams.

Innovation:

LA TImes NOV 27 1991 said:
Bob Johnson loved to win. He also loved the way the Soviets played hockey and emulated their style. At Wisconsin, Johnson would don a U.S.S.R. sweater and play in weekly “Russian” games with his players, a tradition he carried into the NHL.
Penguin Coach Is Dead at 60 : Hockey: Bob Johnson is remembered fondly, especially for his days at Wisconsin.

On the Flames:

NHL.com said:
He took a prohibitive underdog in '86 to the Stanley Cup final, engineering Calgary's (to date) lone playoff victory over the the Edmonton Oilers in the process.
...
The notebooks. The nose-pulling. The energy that seemed to come off him like heat from an outdoor cooker.

Those analogies: The mountains to climb and golf courses to tame. The irrepressible zest for life. That 7-point plan to beat the unbeatable Oilers in '86. The 10 temperature changes from the time he hopped out of bed one morning to the time he reached the Saddledome.
And the motto that's survived him: "It's a great day for hockey."

NHL.com said:
One morning, amidst the routine drudgery of a practice day, Johnson noticed that the players in the room weren't paying attention to his diagrams or strategies on the white board on the wall. Instead, they were staring at the floor.

"So instead of getting mad and yelling at them to look up,'' recalls Murdoch, "he made a rink on the middle of the dressing-room floor, with red tape and white tape, with pucks to move around and everything. When we'd go into an opposition rink there'd almost be a competition among everybody as to who could make the nicest rink."

Bob Murdoch said:
Badger was the most optimistic, energetic person I ever met in the game

I can still see him going through the airport at a million miles and hour, talking hockey with anybody who was handy, and poor (wife) Martha lugging three or four suitcases behind him.

Al MacInnis said:
He was gone by '89 but he certainly left his fingerprints on a big chunk of that Cup-winning team.
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At that stage of our careers, the young guys - Gary Suter, myself, Jamie Macoun, Robs, Otts - could not have had a better, more positive, influence.

We all owe him so much.

He changed the culture of the entire organization. He brought conditioning in. He brought nutrition in. Change is the hardest thing to institute or to accept. And Badger was a true innovator. I mean, people used to make fun of him because he wrote notes on the bench. Can you believe that? What coach today doesn't write notes on the bench?

His hockey knowledge was SO ahead of the time. He used a left-winger lock against the Oilers. Well, 10 years later, we've got everyone taking credit for inventing it! And Badger was happy to tell us he'd taken it from the Czechoslovakian national team. He justified it by explaining that most of our goals came from the right side - Mully, Lanny, Hakan Loob - while all our checkers, the Colin Pattersons and Jim Peplinskis, were over on the left. And it worked.

Well, 10 or 12 years later, I'm watching games on TV and I hear people taking credit for the left-wing lock, and I'm like: 'Are you kidding me?'

Some of the stuff he tried didn't work. Do you remember the band in the corner of the rink? No? The University marching band, like they had at college games? He wanted to instill that rah-rah college atmosphere into the Saddledome. That lasted about two nights.
Bob Johnson's legacy lives on 25 years later

On the 1991 Penguins:

Legends of hockey said:
Following the 1986-87 season, Johnson left the NHL to take over as executive director of USA Hockey. Pittsburgh Penguins president Craig Patrick was an ardent fan of Johnson's work. When his talented squad, built around Mario Lemieux, needed to take their game to the next level, he lured Johnson back into the league. The upbeat Johnson earned the respect of the players and put an end to the factions that had divided the team and kept it from achieving its potential.

Powerplay:

Al MacInnis said:
I've never met a coach, or played for a coach, that loved the power play the way he did. This was back in the day when hardly anybody practiced it. We would spend 45 minutes to an hour on special teams. Every day. That's how we were going to beat Edmonton (in 1986); he'd tell us. If we could stay with 'em 5-on-5, we'd beat them on the special teams. If you look at our power play percentage the years he coached that team … pretty impressive.

We'd have really competitive specialty teams drills in practices. I remember he'd call Gary (Suter) and I 'The Big Boys.' So when the power play was sputtering and we were waiting our turn, he'd say: "Ah, I've seen enough. Bring on the Big Boys! Bring on the Big Boys!'

He had those crazy facial expressions. And he'd be crossing his arms over his head. But hockey-wise he was ahead of his time. Way ahead.
Bob Johnson's legacy lives on 25 years later
 

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Frank William "Flash" Hollett, D/utility player

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Hollett was known primarily for his shot, his speed, and his "versatility."

Joe Pelletier said:
Hollett, dubbed Flash because of his great speed on skates.... He was an extraodinary offensive presence from the rear and he had great versatility. Ross would move Hollett up on a forward line whenever a forward got hurt. Hollett would also take turns as a forward while on the penalty kill...Paired with Earl Seibert, Hollett's performance in the 1945 playoffs were quite legendary in Detroit. Down three games to one against Toronto in the finals, Hollett spurred an unlikely Detroit comeback, winning three straight games before falling just short in game seven

Legends of hockey said:
offensively-gifted defensemen like him and Wally Stanowski helped shatter that stereotype, jumping into the rush and contributing to their team's offense

Trail of the Stanley Cup said:
he developed rapidly into a superb rushing defenseman under the tutelage of Eddie Shore and Dit Clapper. He was an excellent stickhander and before long his goal production began to mount. He became very adept at setting up scoring plays as his assist total indicates

Summary
  • 2nd Team All-Star (1943, 1945)
  • "3rd Team All-Star" (1944)
  • Hart voting: 4th-8th - see below (1942), 4th (1945)
  • Red Wings Captain - 1943-44 to 1945-46
Scoring

  • Goals: 10th(1942)
  • Points among Defensemen*: 1st(1939), 1st(1940), 1st(1943), 1st(1945), 2nd(1935), 2nd(1941), 2nd(1942), 4th(1944), 9th(1937)
  • Play-off Points: 3rd(1943), 4th(1941), 5th(1945)
  • Play-off Points among Defensemen*: 1st(1939), 1st(1941), 1st(1943), 1st(1945), 2nd(1940), 5th(1938), 5th(1946)
*Hollett played a large number of games as a forward until 1942. Details below.

First defenseman to score 20 goals in a season (in the war-torn 1944-45).

Excelled at both forward and defense

Lynn Patrick said:
Flash could give you a great game at wing, was a good center, and was also a good defenseman with a fine shot. Like Flash, (Doug) Mohns was a fine skater with an exceptional burst of speed.
Milt Schmit said:
There was nothing Flash liked better than being on skates and playing, no matter where.
Flash Hollett said:
If anyone was hurt, I would move up from defense to forward. Other times, Art (Ross) would use me up front as a penalty killer.
Source = Boston Bruins: Greatest Moments and Players by Stan Fischler
https://books.google.com/books?id=Zx-9_K3AXPQC&pg=PA138&lpg=PA138&dq=flash+hollett+asked+to+be+a+defenseman&source=bl&ots=g0VRmr9Qc9&sig=ACfU3U04SoEZNnLj22oyCYyQYqngkAf8-Q&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjFhaKnxeboAhW-g3IEHfuaAMIQ6AEwBXoECAsQKQ#v=onepage&q=flash hollett asked to be a defenseman&f=false

So old No.2 this season will be on the stalwart back of Bill "Flash" Hollett...."Flash" certainly isn't another Shore, but is about the greatest one man gang in hockey today.....He's played every position on the Bruin team except goal....
The Telegraph - Google News Archive Search

Hollett rates as the NHL's most versatile player, slightly above Busher Jackson, also of the Bruins.
http://news.google.com/newspapers?n...DPwpAAAAIBAJ&sjid=32YFAAAAIBAJ&pg=3079,349223

When did he play D?
Flash Hollett

I've been using The Detroit Free Press, and The Chicago Herald. For most of 1934-35 and 1938-39, DFP were nice enough to list the positions of every player on the roster and not just the starters. After that, like with all the other newspapers, they only listed the positions of the starters and the rest are all listed as spares. The only exception is if the team in question played the Red Wings, then all players' positions are listed (they stopped doing this starting from 1941-42).

1934-35 (Maple Leafs)

41 D, 1 D?, 1 F

1938-39 (Bruins)

20 D, 6 D?, 17 F (16 RW, 1 C)
Revised: 28 D, 19 F

1939-40 (Bruins)

13 D, 14 F (11 RW, 3 C), 3 F?
Revised: 29 F, 15 D

1940-41 (Bruins)

23 D, 17 F

From 1939-40 to 1940-41, the Bruins used 4 D 99.9% of the time. From the starters provided, I'm 99.9% sure that Clapper, Portland, Crawford, Shore, Shewchuk, Smith only played D, and that Hollett and Hamill were the only F/D on the team.

1941-42 (Bruins)

33 D, 13 F

Hollett switched to C after the Kraut line left and Cowley was injured.

1942-43 (Bruins)

Spent the entire season at D

Conclusion:

Any VsX D score for Hollett should be taken with a grain of salt as he played a significant amount of time at F. At F, Hollett's primary positions were RW and C. Hollett also played both sides on D.

Hollett regularly played the point on the PP and forward on the PK, regardless of where he lined up at even strength.

1938-39 to 1940-41:

Hollett's lack of defense all-star votes in his high scoring years from 1938-39 to 1940-41 seems to be because he was used as a utility player, playing about half the games at D and half the games at forward.

I believe he was mainly a defenseman in the 1939 and 1941 playoffs, when he led all dmen in scoring and won 2 Cups.

During the 1940-41 season, Hollett asked to be made a full-time defenseman:

Flash Hollett said:
I finally insisted that Ross keep me exclusively on the blue line. Moving around so much certainly wasn’t getting me anywhere and wasn’t paying off for the team as much as it could if I stuck to defense.

Hollett finally put his foot down during the 1940-41 season when Boston went twenty-three games without a defeat, an NHL record at the time.
Source = Boston Bruins: Greatest Moments and Players by Stan Fischler, page 128

1941-42:

Hollett played the first 3/4 of the season as a defenseman before being moved up front when the Bruins lost the Kraut Line to WW2 and Bill Cowley to injury. He appears to have finished top 8 in Hart voting that year, but we don't have complete voting totals beyond the top 3 (Source - Award & All-Star Voting (1912-present)).

So Hollett could have finished anywhere from 4th - 8th in Hart voting.

1942-43:

He was finally a fulltime defenseman for the full season, leading the league in scoring by a defenseman legitimately, and being voted as a 2nd Team All-Star.

1943-44:

Midway through 1943-44, he was traded for the much younger Pat Egan. He ended up barely missing out on another 2nd Team All-Star nod. “3rd Team All-Star”

1944-45:

He led all defensemen in scoring in 1944-45, was voted 1st Team All-Star and finished 4th in Hart voting.

Injury troubles and a contract dispute end his career:

After an injury-ridden 1945-46, a contract dispute with Detroit's GM ended his career, with the Detroit GM telling Hollett he'd make sure he never ended up in the HHOF.

Conclusion - Finding out Hollett played about half the games as a forward from 1938-39 to 1940-41 shows why he got almost no recognition as an all-star defenseman over this period. He's not as good offensively as "1st in scoring among defensemen 4 times, 2nd in scoring among defensemen 3 times" would look.

But there's no longer reason to think he was significantly worse in his own end than other offense-first defensemen. Multiple quotes (see below) paint him as at least showing up in his own end. And we have a pretty good alternate explanation for his complete lack of defenseman all-star votes in the first half of his offensive prime.

Evidence that Flash wasn’t just all offense
Credit to @ImporterExporter and @Dreakmur for most of these quotes

Dit Clapper said:
I was Hollett’s defense partner that night when Apps, coming full tilt, evidently thought we were spread a little too wide. He faked a pass; then tried to knife between us.

Hollett and I closed up, and it was the younger and more nimble Flash who got the big piece of Apps. The Leaf Star went down, and so did Hollett. But Syl didn’t get up. He knelt on the ice, shook off his right glove and covered his mouth with his hand

Who’s Who in Hockey said:
He impressed everyone with a destructive body check that sent King Clancy to the ice
Since joining the Bruins, Hollett has been used both as a defenceman and forward. A free skater with plenty of weight to back it up, and a fine shot, Hollett is a tireless performer."
http://news.google.com/newspapers?n...fQtAAAAIBAJ&sjid=BNwFAAAAIBAJ&pg=2358,4474981

"The hard working Hollett enabled his closely checked force to break a 1-1 deadlock...."
http://news.google.com/newspapers?n...hAvAAAAIBAJ&sjid=-tsFAAAAIBAJ&pg=4255,2791246

"And in addition to sparking hockey, Flash Hollett of Boston, and Sweeney Schriner of the Leafs, mixed in some fisticuffs"....
http://news.google.com/newspapers?n...=a_0tAAAAIBAJ&sjid=8NsFAAAAIBAJ&pg=4169,92643

Earl Siebert was badly cut after a collision with Flash Hollet behind Detroits net..."
http://news.google.com/newspapers?n...3otAAAAIBAJ&sjid=vpgFAAAAIBAJ&pg=3878,3722760

George Mantha, who's job it was to stick to Bobby Bauer like a leetch Saturday, came out of the game with one side of his face and forehead scratched as a result of being sent headfirst into the boards by Flash Hollett..."
http://news.google.com/newspapers?n...I8uAAAAIBAJ&sjid=sZgFAAAAIBAJ&pg=3563,2921692

The second period fights brought major penalties to Bill Hollett and Bill Benson for one scrap...."
http://news.google.com/newspapers?n...5Y0AAAAIBAJ&sjid=h2gFAAAAIBAJ&pg=1087,4906956

King Clancy only played half the game for the Leafs as he was feeling unwell but the Red Horner, Day and Hollett held up the defensive end of the Leafs play in competent style...."
http://news.google.com/newspapers?n...30uAAAAIBAJ&sjid=gJgFAAAAIBAJ&pg=6418,2391876

Bill Hollett played a hard, aggressive game and is a prime favorite with the fans. "Headline" made a good play for the first Ottawa goal, putting Syd Howe in scoring position...."
http://news.google.com/newspapers?n...-wuAAAAIBAJ&sjid=H9sFAAAAIBAJ&pg=2644,2816832

Hollett and Starr were each given five minutes in the first period when they traded punches
http://news.google.com/newspapers?n...EswAAAAIBAJ&sjid=bKgFAAAAIBAJ&pg=4224,2447404

Did Jack Adams' spite keep Hollett out of the HHOF?

Joe Pelletier said:
Hollett's production faltered significantly in 1945-46 as he battled groin and knee injuries and had a falling out with Wings boss Jack Adams. The argument was over Flash's contract. Hollett wanted a $500 a year raise and even retired in the summer of 1946 over the dispute. When he did retire Adams threatened Hollett that he would make sure that Flash would never be placed in Hockey's Hall of Fame. Suspiciously, even years after Jack Adam's passing, Hollett, one of the games top blue liners of that era is still not in the Hall.
 

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Re-posting @seventieslord's 2017 Bio, because the page is broken and can only be accessed if you are not logged in...

Phil Goyette, C

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- 5’11”, 170 lbs (like 6’1”, 190 today)
- Stanley Cup (1957, 1958, 1959, 1960)
- Stanley Cup Finalist (1970, 1972)
- Lady Byng Trophy winner (1970)
- Top-10 in Hart voting twice (8th, 10th)
- Top-7 in All-star voting 4 times (3rd, 4th, 4th, 7th)
- Top-21 in NHL scoring 6 times (4th, 7th, 8th, 13th, 16th, 21st)
- Best VsX scores: 91, 87, 83, 77, 65, 61, 55 (total 519, avg 74.1)
- Top-20 in NHL ES scoring 5 times (3rd, 5th, 10th, 11th, 16th)
- Best ES Vs scores: 94, 92, 85, 82, 71, 67, 65 (total 556, avg 79.4)
- Top-10 in playoff scoring twice (7th, 10th)

legendsofhockey.net said:
Some say that he had eyes in the back of his head because of his great peripheral vision and smooth passing skills. He was fast becoming a well-balanced craftsman who could play effectively at both ends of the ice.

He'd always been a fiercely dedicated Hab. Nonetheless, he donned his Rangers' sweater and continued his role as a slick playmaker who was well versed in all facets of his game.​


Joe Pelletier said:
Phil Goyette came out of junior as a slick passing, high scoring offensive dynamo in the Montreal system. Unfortunately for Goyette, Montreal didn't need another high scoring center as they already boasted Jean Beliveau, Henri Richard and Ralph Backstrom

As a result of this overcrowding down the middle, Phil spent 3 years in the minors before catching on with Les Habitants in 1957-58 on a full time basis. While in the minors Phil learned to become a defensive center. He learned the fine art of defensive anticipation, shadowing your check and face-offs. Phil finally caught on with Montreal as a defensive minded 4th line center.

In his official rookie season Phil played strong defensively but also showed a good playmaking side. He scored 9 goals and 37 assists for 46 points in 70 games. In the playoffs he played an integral role, scoring 4 goals in 10 games in capturing another Cup.

However for the first time in a long time Phil got some serious ice time and he responded strongly. There was never any doubt that he had offensive skills, but finally he got to display them as he registered 24 goals and 41 assists for 65 points.

Goyette, an extremely clean player who only had 131 career PIM in 941 games... Phil helped the Blues reach the Stanley Cup finals, scoring 3 times and assisting on 11 others for 14 points in 16 games... He also used his vast playoff experience to help the Rangers to a strong playoff showing.​


Montreal Tribute said:
Phil Goyette basically had two different careers. First he was a defensive center for the Montreal Canadiens… his second career was with the NY Rangers where he became a renowned offensive threat.​
ourhistory.canadiens.com said:
The smooth skating, Lachine, Quebec native with a nose for the net came up through the ranks, playing with the Montreal Junior Canadiens, Cincinnati Mohawks and Montreal Royals before breaking in with the big club in 1956-57.

Breaking into the lineup to stay in 1957-58, the young center joined a team that already featured Jean Beliveau and Henri Richard at his position. Goyette became a reliable defensive specialist, solidifying his hold on a roster spot with his ability to skate with the best of them, doggedly shadowing his opponent while managing to remain largely within the limits of what officials permitted.​


Hockey’s Golden Era said:
Phil Goyette’s biggest problem when he was playing with the Habs was having to play behind Jean Beliveau, Henri Richard and Ralph Backstrom… the club was so well-heeled that there was little for him to do but become a defensive specialist. It was only when he left Montreal that his offensive skills surfaced… a smooth playmaker and top faceoff man throughout his career.​


Habs Heroes said:
#59: Phil Goyette

Because he was so tall and lean, Phil Goyette earned the nickname “The Splendid Splinter”. He was one of the league’s most gifted stickhandlers, but was too far down the Canadiens’ depth chart to exploit them to their fullest. “I guess you could say I was pretty handy with the puck,” Goyette said. “My game was to try to control the play, then give the puck to one of my teammates.” But the Canadiens were loaded with talented centers, so Goyette spent most of his career in Montreal playing on the 3rd line with Provost and Pronovost, both of whom were supreme defensive players. For his sacrifice, Goyette was rewarded with Stanley Cups in each of his first four seasons. “There wasn’t much you could do with a team like that. Sometimes when someone would get injured, I would get a chance. It was the same with the power play. They had so many great players and you could only put five of them out there. “ It was only after Goyette left Montreal that he achieved any sort of significant individual recognition. Even though he had far more individual success with the Rangers, he’ll always consider himself a Canadien. “I grew up in their system, and that’s where I won all my cups.”​


Stars of the Original Six said:
Blessed with quick hands and great moves, Phil Goyette was a smooth-skating center… he got little chance to display his offensive skills as a 3rd line center and checking forward over 7 seasons with Montreal​


Parkhurst 19556-57 said:
On a team loaded with first rate centers, some think Phil will have trouble gaining a regular spot, except that he comes to Montreal with excellent credentials both as a scorer and playmaker. Goyette’s brain power alone should enable him to become a fixture as a utility forward where he can be used as a penalty killer, defensive forward, and eventually, the regular 3rd line center.​


1957-58 Hockey Card said:
Phil Goyette was one of the pleasant surprises of the 1956-57 season for the Canadiens… Phil’s persistent and pesky checking paid off. He came up with 3 goals and 7 points though perhaps his biggest contribution to the club was his stiffening of the third line defensively. Forechecking is his strong point and he works hard at it.​
1958-59 Hockey card said:
Wiry Phil Goyette will never get rich on goal scoring bonuses but he’ll earn his keep in many other important hockey roles, such as forechecking, playmaking, and, in spite of his lack of weight, the effective use of his body in checking.


The Hockey News said:
GOYETTE “SPLENDID SPLINTER” CHAMP – A TOOTHPICK IN SIZE ONLY

Phil Short on Brawn, Long on Brain at Pivot – Doesn’t Have the Color of Superstars, But His Good Hockey Sense Is Of Value

What’s the secred of the “Thin man”? Brains and not brawn, that’s what’s keeping the phantom of the Montreal Canadiens, Phil Goyette, in hockey’s grueling big time today. Goyette, a David among goliaths of the NHL, has developed into one of the most dependable defensive players in the game despite his frail-looking exterior.

Phil has been rated the soundest all-round center with the four-time world champions by Toe Blake, which is saying a lot when you consider the Habs also have some pretty fair pivots named Jean Beliveau, Henri Richard, Ralph Backstrom and Donnie Marshall. But Goyette doesn’t overwhelm his audiences like the Canadiens’ superstars, and he’s not likely to win any plaudits as a goal scorer either. However, behind his almost lackluster style of play revolves probably the most artistic and persistent defensive performer in the NHL.

Hockey men will confirm that virility alone will only carry a player so far. You’ve got to be a thinker as well. Or as they say in the hockey vernacular, you have to be able to play with your head. That’s where the scholarly-looking Goyette excels. For he is ranked as one of the headiest centers in the NHL and he doesn’t make much fuss going about his work. It has been proven many times in the past that the little guys invariably find the going rough… how did some escape the rough going that has become part of the NHL grind? Many had certain attributes that prolonged their careers… primarily, they were all rational thinkers on the ice and like the Habs’ toothpick center Goyette, they merely eluded trouble by outguessing their more frisky rivals.

Goyette is starting his 3rd NHL season, and looking at his inauspicious scoring record, you wonder how he has lasted in the big time. Blake asked himself the same question some time back but refused to waver and today he is glad he stuck to his decision. He cites Goyette’s great determination and good hockey sense as two vital factors for his presence in the NHL… a deft stickhandler and tremendous forechecker, checking and not scoring is Goyetts’s primary role with the Canadiens, and he and his two wingmates, Pronovost and Provost, do a pretty good job of it. Billed as the team’s 3rd line, it has often been said they are better than some first lines in the NHL… it is the only line with the Canadiens that has consistently played together the last three years. Injuries have forced Blake to do some fancy juggling of his other lines, but never Goyette, Provost and Pronovost.

Blake has long maintained that one big reason for his team’s success was the balance between offense and defense. To this end, Goyette has done his share to create defensive stability with the club. “Don’ t let his appearance fool you, he’s tricky and deceptive on the ice,” says Blake. “He might look like anything but an athlete, but he’s hard. He can move out of the way quickly and most important, he’s a smart player. Phil seldom makes a wrong move and he rarely makes a bad pass.” Goyette’s line actually sees less ice time than the Canadiens’ two high powered units. They never get on for the power plays and some games they barely work up a sweat from inactivity. Yet last season they collected 35 goals in league play and added another 8 in the playoffs. They also had the fewest number of goals scored against them, 24, and during the season they triggered the deciding goal 10 times in league and playoff games… what team does the line favor playing against? It seems the Detroit Red wings are their pets. They clicked for an even dozen goals at the expense of the Wings last season… Phil has no qualms about playing in the shadow of the team’s superstars. Two years ago it probably cost him the rookie award in a close battle with Frank Mahovlich. “I just like being a Canadien. It gives you a wonderful feeling of security to be playing with these fellas.” Goyette has a lot of sympathizers. Plenty of guys wouldn’t mind trading places with him. Their philosophy is it’s a lot easier on the nerves playing with the Canadiens than against them.​


1959-60 Hockey Card said:
Phil suffered a drop in point production yet still earned rating from his coach Blake as his soundest all-around centerman. Phill will never earn plaudits as a goal scorer and will play many games without stirring a ripple of applause, but behind his almost colourless play is a brilliant defensive ability.​
1960-61 Hockey Card said:
A very heady and tricky center who can make plays with the best of them… was a valued member of the last four Stanley Cup winners. He has a great deal of determination and natural puck sense. Is the leader of the Pronovost-Provost-Goyette line. He is greatly appreciated by the Canadiens’ management.​


1960-61 Hockey Card said:
Canadiens’ youngest and most unheralded line but one that comes through when the chips are down with many game winning counters… Goyette is recognized as the brains of the line and Provost is probably the workhorse… Three fine young players who work as a closely knit unit.​


The Hockey News said:
GOYETTE SILENT HERO OF HABS ROSTER

Phil Goyette hopes that this year’s playoffs will be the payoff as far his point production s concerned. The rangy centerman’s fondest hope is, that he’ll bust loose when the big chips are down and peg some of the points that have been eluding him this season…. One of the first things that upset the applecart for Phil was the transfer of longtime linemate Andre pronovost to the Bruins. It put the Goyette-Provost-Pronovost line out of business, and then injuries took Provost out. Suddenly Goyette was a center without a line to call his own. “After all, you play with the same guys for a long while and you’re bound to get used to eachothers’ styles. Since Pronovost was traded and Provost was hurt, I’ve sort of filled in on a lot of lines. Of course, it’s bound to make a difference.”

But before he’d had time to adjust to that difference, the injury jinx that’s been bothering most of the team this season caught up with Phil. It all happened in 24 hours and did a thorough job. “It began in New York. I got crosschecked, cut my forehead and fell. When I hit the ice I landed heavily and injured my left arm and side.” Phil took his lumps as just part of the game, and went back into action the following night. “…as I was going around behind the net, I somehow got my skate caught up in the boards. I fell, and my own momentum twisted my leg, while my skate was still caught. It really tore the tendons. And as you know, it’s been very slow in healing.”… though the records show Phil ha donly missed 8 games, the long healing process kept him from taking more than an occasional turn on the ice, in the games he did get into. His reduced effectiveness through those injuries provided him with a meagre 10 pints only… it was a sad comparison against his output of last season. “Just the breaks. But they play a very big part in this game… another thing, is that whenever you injure an arm, wrist or leg, it prevents you from either shooting well, or skating well. I mean a guy can get by with cuts or stitches or something, and still skate and shoot strong. But arm and leg injuries keep affecting your play and put you way below par.”

His return to regular action coincided with a regular rash of injuries to the rest of the team, and resulted in some desperate line shuffling by Toe Blake. “In one game, Toe had to form a line out of three centers. And when a guy who’s regularly a center has to play on the wing, a lot of things can happen. As a center, you have to do a lot of forechecking, but as a wing you’ve got to cut back quick to break up the other team’s rushes. It can be a problem.”

Yet there’s consolation for Phil, if the law of averages means anything. And those laws indicate that he may be at his very best when it’s most appreciated – in the struggle for Lord Stanley’s hardware. The playoffs have provided Phil with some of the biggest moments he’s had in a career that began in 1956-57. One of his greatest single performances goes back to a night against Detroit a few seasons ago, when he powered home three goals in a Stanley Cup clash, and remained effective defensively too. In his 38 playoff games with the Habs, Goyette has counted 15 points, and there have been few playoff goals scored by the opposition when he’s wheeling around center ice.

But like the majority of those who eventually make it, Phil had plenty of struggling to do in the early stages. Always on the slim side, Goyette’s size as a youngster was enough to discourage him from playing hockey at all, and it also discouraged one of his early coaches… “let him play,” his brother told the coach. “He can play on a line with me, and I’ll be responsible.” Phil may have needed a helping hand to get started, but he’s done pretty well on his own ever since… today, he’s an accomplished student of the game who thinks out his moves carefully, and while he doesn’t back down from anybody, he figures it’s part of his business to avoid penalties wherever possible… but the same Phil can be far from a placid customer after a game is over – especially alosing one. He replays the losses mentally, in the hopes that his own contribution will improve next time out. “I just don’t like to lose. I never replay the games we win, but the losses I replay plenty.”… if the injuries clear up and past performances can be used as a guide, then phil can be looked for to play his usual big role in the Habs’ playoff performance.​


York Peanut Butter cards 1961-62 said:
nicknamed “the splendid splinter”. Not a high scorer, he is a determined checker, good stickhandler and gets the fewest penalties in the NHL. Blake said of him, “he’s a smart player, moves quickly, seldom makes a wrong move and rarely makes a bad pass.”​


Ottawa Citizen said:
Phil Goyette is a centre, listed as a terrific penalty killer.​
Christian Science Monitor said:
For the better part of six full seasons with the Montreal Canadiens, Phil Goyette centered the Habs' checking line against the best three-somes the opposition had to offer.​


The Hockey News said:
Goyette, an articulate center, was architect on four goals in the 1st period… “I like my centermen to carry the puck over the blueline, like Phil does”, said Bathgate.​


Parkhurst 1964-65 Tall boy said:
Goyette confirmed what every Montreal fan had feared – the Habs had given up on the crafty centerman too soon… he played only 32 games for the Canadiens and produced only 13 points, but the numbers were deceptive. He still owned immense playmaking skills and a shot that once tallied 21 goals.​


The Rangers said:
When asked about the game, Ted Green told the Hockey News, “when a guy starts giving you the high lumber, you’ve got to protect yourself. Guys were coming at me all night. I would have never speared Goyette, I wheeled around… it was an accident. Goyette wouldn’t hurt a guy in a million years. I’m honestly sorry about that.”

Q: Phil Goyette was very respected, that’s another reason why you would think it’s an accident.

Emile Francis: “On yeah. I mean, it’d be like, Phil Goyette, I would have to classify him in the same league as Jean Ratelle. Ratelle played 27 years, never had a major penalty for fighting, which is unheard of, you know?”​


The Hockey News said:
”Those two fellas figure in our future plans,” says GM-coach Emile Francis, who often talks of finding bigger, stronger Rangers, unlike the mild, light-checking Goyette and Marshall. “We’ve got to have a core of veterans.”… These mildest and pleasantest of athletes were in contrast to other Rangers who treated the tough leafs with great disrespect, bumping and belting like nobody’s business. “We stood toe to toe and hit them,” exults Francis. “It’s the only way you’ll win, whose close ones.” Not quite, Marshall and Goyette speared no one, slashed not a soul, hurt not a soul, but it was their goals that won for the Rangers.


OPC 1967-68 said:
Phil starred for 6 years with the Canadiens before being traded. This clever center is especially adept at winning faceoffs . Gives the rangers strength down the middle.​


The Hockey News said:
As Phil Goyette goes, so goes the Rangers,” says Emile Francis… Rangers fans have learned that the key to their fortunes is the health of 34 year old Phillipe Goyette… when he was racked up by Gary Bergman late in the 2nd period of the December 6th game, he was unable to play in the 3rd. The Blues promptly dissipated an early lead and wound up with a 3-3 tie. Goyette, suffering with a badly swollen thigh, was also unable to play December 7th and 9th, and both games were lost causes for the Rangers. With Goyette back at his accustomed center spot between the old smoothies, New York won the December 10th meeting with Montreal. Goyette proved to be one of the best players on the ice. He scored one goal on a neat pass from Nevin and in the late stages was a constant thorn in the sides of his former Canadien mates as they tried in vain to get the equalizer.

Francis, in a post game analysis said, “alright, I grant that Mikita should be the first all-star team center, but Goyette should rate strong consideration for the second. Last season he was overlooked because he started slowly and did not really get too many goals. This season he has both the goals and assists, and is the man that holds our #1 line together.”

Evidence that Goyette was a big part of the Nevin success story unfolded during January of 1966. Phil was speared by Ted Green and spent a month on the sidelines. During this entire period, Nevvy failed to score even one goal. Nevin says, “there is no doubt that Goyette is one of the finest centers in the NHL today. He always passes the puck to you and he is always thinking ahead of the play. Phil and Donnie seem to know where I will be without even having to look for me.”

“During part of the 1964 season, I played with Andy Bathgate before he was traded and later with Camille Henry and Rod Gilbert. Late in the season, Nevin joined us in the Bathgate trade and eventually Bob and Donnie and I got together. Marshall and I had played together with Canadiens, but we never had played on the same line there. Donnie was almost exclusively a penalty killer, while I played with Pronovost and Provost. Blake, who had Beliveau, Backstrom and Richard ahead of me at center used me mainly for defensive checking,” recalls Phil… the trade to New York was his big break. It enabled him to play regularly and to prove that he is an offensive center of note. Also, Goyette did have the satisfaction of playing on five Stanley cup winners with Montreal and thus really has not missed out on much in the way of hockey team titles. On a personal basis, however, he is bereft of any trophies – and like most veteran players will tell you that winning is more important than gaining a spot on the all-star squad.

Phil is a Lady Bynger who digs in the corners – and off his first half season play should also be in the running for the Lady Byng trophy. He is without a doubt the Rangers’ MVP so far, but probably cannot stack up against such players as Bobby Hull in the Hart competition… Goyette has one additional value, which does not always show in the box score. He is perhaps the best faceoff man in the NHL and is constantly dropped into key situations by Francis for just this specialized purpose. Francis griped: “We lost the game in Detroit because Goyette was not with us. Two of their goals were scored from faceoff situations – and Phil probably would have won them for us. He is a master at winning the draw and getting the puck to either a defenseman when in our end, or to the blueline when on attack.”​


Jim Proudfoot Hockey 1968-69 said:
Here’s how good a player Phil Goyette is – hockey people are agreed that, of all the men active in the game today, he is the finest coaching prospect. Not robust and never a fast skater, he succeeds on know how alone and, since emerging from among the Montreal superstars in 1963, has become one of the best centers in hockey.​


Jim Proudfoot Hockey 1969-70 said:
One of the secrets of the Blues’ success in their first two years has been their reliance on former Montreal players… for this reason Bowman reached out for veteran center Phil Goyette this spring when the Rangers indicated they’d be willing to let him go… Bowman obviously feels he’s far from through, especially now that he’s shifting to the easier part of the league. A heady, skillful center, Goyette says, “I make up for not being one of the top goal scorers in hockey by setting up plays and I’m proud of it.”​


OPC 1969-70 said:
Clever is the word for Phil Goyette. He’s one of the league’s craftiest playmakers. Phil has been a top scorer the last six seasons after several years as a utility man with the Canadiens. Nicknamed “The Professor”. Phil controls the puck like a yo-yo.​


The Hockey News said:
Punch Imlach, pleased with Goyette’s improved work in recent weeks said, “he stickhandles better standing still than anybody I’ve seen play this game. The guy really is a master with the puck. And he sets up playes as well as anybody who ever pulled on a pair of skates. And he’s backchecking more than I remember him doing in years gone by”.


The Hockey News said:
Without Goyette, Arbour will have the problem of reconstituting the Blues' power play, which had been less than impressive during its first 2 years of existence but was transformed with Goyette last season into a weapon of consistent efficiency and occasional awe. It broke the previous NHL record of PP goals set by Chicago but finished 2nd to Boston... Goyette finished 4th in the league in scoring... the Blues' power play at its best was not a shooting gallery, but rather a smoothly operating cat-and-mouse game with Goyette wheeling and dealing uncannily in the center position until someone could whack the puck into the net.​


Jim Proudfoot Hockey 1970-71 said:
Under the circumstances, it was a bit of a surprise when the blues let Goyette go in the expansion draft. Naturally, Punch Imlach grabbed him as the veteran playmaking center his Buffalo will need in its early seasons. It wasn’t that the Blues didn’t appreciate what Goyette had done for them. They simply decided the time had come to wheel in younger forwards and Goyette became expendable. He was good, one of their 1969-70 leaders, but he wasn’t the sort they could build with for the future. Imlach couldn’t be so fussy…​


OPC 1971-72 said:
Clever Phil has starred with four teams… very elusive on the ice… great at getting the draw on faceoffs.


Jim Proudfoot Hockey 1971-72 said:
Goyette was very dubious about joining the new Sabres last season after being drafted from St. Louis. He thought he was just too old to make another beginning. So he didn’t report and missed 6 weeks before punch Imlach persuaded him to come out and help his floundering club. From then to the finish, Goyette averaged better than a point per game. “He didn’t act like any 37-year old,” Imlach enthused, “and now that he’s involved, I predict he’ll have several more fine seasons.”

“I’ve never considered myself a top scorer. For me, the big satisfaction in hockey is in setting them up for my wingers.”​


The Complete Handbook of Pro Hockey 1971-72 said:
Slick centerman lured out of retirement by sabres last year after being selected from St, Louis… surprisingly was available and selected in expansion draft but decided to retire.. a month into the season, Sabres got him to come back and he finished as team’s 2nd highest scorer with 61 points​


The Rangers said:
Q: Tell me about that, you had retired…

A: I was 39 at the time and I had had enough, I guess. I was with Buffalo and they were an expansion club in their 2nd year and not going anywhere. And I figured, the mind wanted it but the body couldn’t respond as well. So I retired, not knowing Emile Francis was in need of an experienced center because Ratelle had gotten hurt. So he made a deal with Punch Imlach for I don’t know what… it’s possible (that it was just cash) because let’s face it, I wasn’t going to play anymore after that anyway. So I gave him a price and I thought for sure they would refuse it but they didn’t. So I made a comeback and played the rest of the year with the Rangers… he asked me what I wanted, I said this is what I want if you want me back. And he says OK. Well, I could go back on it then but I was happy to finish off in that way and I could see if maybe we had the chance to win the cup again.”

Q: I interviewed Mr. Francis. He said before he developed the team he wore you guys out – you, Nevin and Marshall – that you had to get to the playoffs so you got a lot of ice time.

A: Well, we did and of course production-wise, I mean, I was happy about it. I didn’t mind it, I wasn’t that old and I finished in the top-10 scorers a few times prior to having my health problems.”

some people discredited the lady Byng trophy… said it just meant you wouldn’t fight. But I mean, you weren’t paid to fight. Hockey players, if they’re paid to fight, then give them a fighting trophy if you want. But I mean, if you want to be in the penalty box, you’re certainly not going to help your team win any games… some players are very disrespectful about that trophy because all it shows is, you know, I can name you players, Gretzky won it five times, so then therefore he’s no good, he doesn’t fight. I mean Bucyk, I mean I can name more, even Mikita, so many of them that won the trophy, so…”

Q: On your line with Marshall and Nevin, was there someone who would go into the corners more or someone who would stay at the point more?

A: No, not necessarily. We played our positions fairly well. If it’s on the left side, Donne and I would be on the lookout and the right side, Nevin would be there, I would be there. But nobody special, whoever was first, go in and get the puck. So I was usually first, I’d go in, get the puck, make the play.”​


The Rangers said:
Emile Francis: “Bob Nevin, Don Marshall killed all the penalties, they along with Phil Goyette were always the three guys I had on the power play and I mean, I just wore them out. I mean, by the time we played Montreal in the playffs, but I had to, if we were going to get into the playoffs, I had to use those guys.”

“what happened (with Goyette’s comeback) was we were leading the league and Ratelle broke his ankle. Goyette had been the key guy on the power play before Ratelle broke in, Goyette was always the the key guy along with Marshall and Nevin. They were our top line. So Goyette knew our system and he was really good with the puck. And I went and got him out of retirement so I could put him right in Ratelle’s slot. I couldn’t have gotten anybody else to do a better job than getting Phil Goyette. “

Fred Stanfield: “Phil Goyette, he was smooth, he was one of the smoothest centers that I know.”​
 

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David Krejci !!!


Awards and Achievements:
Stanley Cup Champion (2011)

Selke voting - 6th(2009), 12th(2014)

Offensive Accomplishments:
Points - 19th(2014)
Assists - 9th(2014), 10th(2011), 14th(2009), 17th(2016)

Even Strength Points - 13th(2011), 13th(2014), 18th(2009)

Play-off Points - 1st(2011), 1st(2013), 10th(2019)
Play-off Goals - 1st(2011), 2nd(2013)
Play-off Assists - 1st(2013), 6th(2019), 8th(2011)


5 Year Peak: 2009 to 2013
20th in Even Strength Points, 79% of 2nd place Alex Ovechkin

1st in Even Strength Play-off Points, 116% of 2nd place Patrick Kane

10 Year Peak: 2010 to 2019
19th in Even Strength Points, 74% of 2nd place Sidney Crosby

3rd in Even Strength Play-off Points, 95% of 2nd place Patrick Kane


Scoring Percentages:
Points - 79(2014), 71(2016), 66(2009), 64(2012), 63(2011), 63(2019), 61(2017), 58(2013), 48(2010)
Best 6 Seasons - 406

Even Strength Points - 85(2012), 81(2011), 79(2009), 78(2014), 71(2019), 69(2016), 65(2013), 61(2017), 56(2010)
Best 6 Seasons - 463





Team Ice Time:
Even Strength TOI - 1st(2010), 1st(2011), 1st(2012), 1st(2013), 1st(2014), 1st(2015), 1st(2016), 1st(2019), 1st(2020), 2nd(2017), 3rd(2018)


The Hockey News said:
Has excellent vision and passing skills, and profiles as a classic playmaking center. His head is always in the game and he possesses great hockey sense and two-way instincts. Is a good face-off man and great on special teams. Can get pushed around in the corners and prone to big hits against him. Is not great at scoring goals himself. Disappears at times and can wear down with overuse. Injuries are also a factor here.

Ulf Andersson said:
Krejčí is a very smart center with a great two-way game. He is a terrific passer and playmaker with excellent vision. Also has a decent physical game.

Hockey's Future said:
Krejci won't be a huge physical presence, but still shows that he isn't afraid of taking a hit to make a play. He drives hard to the net and is willing to dig for the pucks in corners. Krejci's strongest asset is his elite skill. He possesses soft hands and is is a smooth puckhandler. Krejci is adequate in the faceoff circle and is a solid stickhandler. Krejci has very good shooting skills, with a highly accurate wrist shot. He has good vision and hockey sense and makes smart, crisp passes. Krejci generally makes good decisions with the puck and is an excellent playmaker. He isn't afraid of playing in heavy traffic and shows remarkable poise once on a scoring chance. The defensive side of Krejci's game is about average, he won't hurt you defensively, but also won't rule as a backchecking forward. Krejci also owns a tremendous work ethic.
 

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legends of hockey said:
George Hainsworth was one of hockey's dominant goaltenders of the 1920s and 1930s and his netminding heroics became a legacy that lasted many years after he retired. He appeared relaxed while performing between the pipes, as though giving a minimum of effort. His laid-back approach and exceptional puck-stopping ability continually frustrated opposing players

OurHistory said:
Cool and unflappable, the 5-foot-6, 150-pounder stood tall in the net, establishing new benchmarks of excellence for the rest of the league. To put it simply, Hainsworth could stop the puck. He often did it for entire games, piling up shutouts the way other netminders accumulated victories.

Longevity: Hainsworth joined the NHL in 1926-27 at the age of 30, after the last Western league folded. Overall, he played 24 years of high-level hockey across the OHA (age 17-27), WCHL/WHL (age 28-30) and NHL (age 31-40). The OHA was the highest level amateur hockey league and clearly had a few NHL-calibre players, though it was weaker than the professional leagues. The WCHL/WHL was a rival league to the NHL, and was likely a bit stronger than the NHL in 1925 and 1926.

Durability: Missed only 2 regular season games in a 10 year NHL career from the ages of 31-40. Led the WCHL/WHL in GP all 3 seasons he played there, as well.

Consistent contribution to winning teams: When Hainsworth was released by Toronto in 1936, he held the record “of never having missed the playoff with any of the pro clubs with which he played, either in the east or the west.” (Source = 26 Nov 1936, 14 - The Gazette at Newspapers.com)

OHA (age 17-27):
legendsofhockey said:
(His junior career) was followed by four years with the city's senior club. In the second year he backstopped the team to the OHA championship. In all four seasons, Hainsworth led the OHA in wins while developing a reputation as one of the top amateur goaltending prospects in Canada. The emerging star spent the 1916-17 season with the Kew Beach team, based in the east end of Toronto. Hainsworth next moved on to play six seasons with the Kitchener Greenshirts senior OHA team and he added another honour to his portfolio with an Allan Cup triumph in 1918.

Hainsworth’s professional debut:
The Gazette Oct 11 1950 said:
The previous season Saskatoon had experienced severe goaltending miseries. … Lalonde hiked to Kitchener and signed George to a two-year contract at $1600 a season, which was big money in those days. Few N.H.L. stars were making it.

“In George’s first game,” Newsy said, “we were beaten 7-1 by Vancouver. He figured his pro career was short and wondered if he hadn’t made a mistake quitting amateur ranks.”

Newsy assured Hainsworth there was nothing wrong with his goaltending except that he didn’t hug the goal-posts enough. George changed his style. For three seasons, he was one of the top Western goalies and the company was tough.
11 Oct 1950, 16 - The Gazette at Newspapers.com

WCHL/WHL(ages 28-30):
  • 1925: Hainsworth and Hap Holmes were “head and shoulders” above the rest of the goalies in the WCHL: Round 2, Vote 5 (HOH Top Goaltenders) . Holmes was selected 1st Team All-Star.
  • 1926: Hainsworth was WHL 1st Team All-Star
NHL Peak (ages 31-33):
Hainsworth hit the ground running in the NHL, after the WHL went out of business.
  • 1927: NHL GM-voted 1st Team All-Star, Vezina Trophy*
  • 1928: NHL GM-voted 2nd Team All-Star (behind Worters), Vezina Trophy*
  • 1929: NHL GM-voted 2nd Team All-Star (behidn Worters), Vezina Trophy*
*The Vezina Trophy was for the starting goalie of the team with the best GAA at the time

Post-Peak NHL Years (ages 34-40):
  • 1930: ???? (not top 2)
  • 1931: 4th in All-Star voting (behind Gardiner, Thompson, Worters)
  • 1932: 3rd in All-Star voting (behind Gardiner, Worters)
  • 1933: no votes
  • 1934: 5th in All-Star voting (behind Gardiner, Worters, Thompson, Cude)
  • 1935: 5th in All-Star voting (behind Chabot, Connell, Thompson, Worters)
  • 1936: 4th in All-Star voting (behind Thompson, Cude, Karakas)
The league ranged from 9-10 teams during this time. I’d say these results are enough to add “longevity as an effective player” to Hainsworth’s resume.

Playoffs:
  • Stanley Cup winner in 1930, 1931
  • Awarded the Retroactive Conn Smythe by the SIHR/HHOF committee for 1930 (0.75 GAA in the first playoffs AFTER the forward pass was allowed, causing scoring to generally increase)
Records (via wikipedia):
  • He is third all-time in professional (including both NHL and WCHL/WHL) shutouts with 104.
  • His 94 career NHL shutouts are third on the NHL's all-time list behind Martin Brodeur's 125 and Terry Sawchuk's 103.
  • Has the second lowest career goals against average in the NHL with 1.93, behind Alex Connell's 1.91.
  • Holds the NHL single-season shutout record with 22 shutouts in 1928–29.
  • Holds the NHL single-season goals against average record with 0.92 in 1928–29.
  • Holds the NHL single-playoffs record of time in net without allowing a goal, at 270 minutes and 8 seconds, in 1929-30.
Iain Fyffe’s formula ranks Hainsworth #2 behind Howie Morenz on his list of 1920s hockey players most deserving of HHOF enshrinement (Iain's metric is heavy on longevity):

Iain Fyffe said:
And speaking of longevity, check out George Hainsworth's career. He managed 1611 effective games played, which is the equivalent of playing a full 80-game schedule for 20 seasons, plus a bit. Hainsworth played his first senior hockey in the OHA (at the age of 17) in 1912/13, a full 11 years before he would play his first professional game. After 11 seasons of senior-level amateur hockey (all but one of which was played in Berlin, later Kitchener), he began a 14-year major-pro career, retiring at the age of 41. Like Cooper, Hainsworth gets credit for this time in the OHA, which was a high-quality league at the time and cannot simply be ignored because it was not professional.
Hockey Historysis: The Meritorious Men of the 1920s

Montreal’s GAA tanked in the season between Vezina and Hainsworth:
  • 1923-24 Georges Vezina: 24 GP, 1.97 GAA, Team 1st of 4 in GA.
  • 1924-25 Georges Vezina: 30 GP, 1.81 GAA, Team 1st of 6 in GA.
  • 1925-26 Herb Rheaume: 31 GP, 2.93 GAA, Team 6th of 7 in GA.
  • 1926-27 George Hainsworth 44 GP, 1.47 GAA, Team 1st of 10 in GA.
  • 1927-28: George Hainsworth 44 GP, 1.05 GAA, Team 1st of 10 in GA.
  • 1928-29: George Hainsworth 44 GP, 0.92 GAA, Team 1st of 10 in GA.
More articles (illustrate style of play):
Calgary Herald March 11 1927 said:
... little George Hainsworth, “Kitchener’s coolest cucumber…”
11 Mar 1927, 10 - Calgary Herald at Newspapers.com
Times Union Jan 21 1931 said:
...there was the shot that would put the game on ice. Only the shot was stopped and the rebound was stopped, and for the first time, but not the last, the genius of George Hainsworth had asserted itself.

Long George took them all in that game. He had 40 saves when the teams went into overtime. Everybody looked alike to him, and he stopped everything from Bill Cook on down, alone on the net, to a vicious golf shot off Bun Cook’s stick that looked all over a goal.

His most spectacular save, but still one that should not have been made, was off Frank Boucher in the third period. Frank tricked his way into the open and he came directly at Hainsworth, going at top speed...Frank picked a hole on the unguarded side of the cage and shot for it from 10 feet out. George must have lunged about eight feet to meet the shot on his chest and that was the last chance the Rangers had. It would have broken the 2 to 2 deadlock that had existed since the first minute of the second period and it would have won the game, a game that would have been won many times over but for Hainsworth. A goalie, boys!
21 Jan 1931, 50 - Times Union at Newspapers.com
Star Phoenix Nov 9 1933 said:
Hainsworth plays goal in a debonair, nonchalant fashion that at times looks to verge on actual carelessness, but isn’t. And this is not done for effect. He makes the tough shots look easy, but that happens to be Hainsworth’s style, not a pose.
9 Nov 1933, 19 - Star-Phoenix at Newspapers.com
Montreal Gazette Feb 12 1943 said:
(Bert)Gardiner’s greatest handicap was that he looked so bad when he was scored on. His nonchalent style made it appear as he’d never moved on the shot. Then the crowd got on him.
“George Hainsworth had the same style,” commented (Johnny) Gottselig. “But you have to be a Hainsworth to get away with it.”
12 Feb 1943, 16 - The Gazette at Newspapers.com
 
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COACHING RECORD - 1ST TIME WITH OTTAWA (1909-1913)


1909:
10-2 (1st in ECAHA - 4 teams)
117 Goals For - 1st in league, +35 ahead of 2nd
63 Goals Against -2nd in league, -2 behind 1st
SC CHAMPIONS

1910:
9-3 (2nd in NHA - 7 teams)
89 GF - 3rd in league, -7 behind 1st
66 GA - 3rd in league, -25 behind 1st
CO-SC CHAMPIONS
Def Gault 15-4 over 2 games during 1st SC challenge
Def Edmonton 21-11 over 2 games during 2nd SC challenge
Lost Cup to Wanderers who won NHA regular season title


1911:
13-3 (1st in NHA - 5 teams)
122 GF - 1st in league, +31 ahead of 2nd
69 GA - 2nd in league, -7 behind 2nd
O'BRIEN TROPHY (NHA TITLE)

SC CHAMPIONS

1912:
9-9 (T2nd in NHA - 4 teams)
99 GF - 1st in league, +4 ahead of 2nd
83 GA - 3rd in league, -17 behind 1st

1913:
9-11 (T3rd in NHA - 6 teams)
87 GF - 3rd in league, -25 behind 1st
81 GA - T2nd in league, -6 behind 1st


TOTALS:
50-28 - .641 W%
514 GF
362 GA
+152



COACHING RECORD - 2ND TIME WITH OTTAWA (1920-1925)


1920:
19-5 (1st in NHL - 4 teams)
121 Goals For - 2nd in league, -8 behind 1st
64 Goals Against - 1st in league, +42 ahead of 2nd
SC CHAMPIONS (Won 7 game series vs Seattle 4-3)

1921:
14-10 (2nd in NHL - 4 teams)
97 GF - 3rd in league, -15 behind 1st
75 GA - 1st in league, +24 ahead of 2nd
SC CHAMPIONS (Won 5 game series vs Vancouver 3-2)

1922:
14-8-2 (1st in NHL - 4 teams)
106 GF - 1st in league, +8 ahead of 2nd
84 GA - 1st in league, +13 ahead of 2nd
LOST IN NHA PLAYOFF (Toronto)

1923:
14-9-1 (1st in NHL - 4 teams)
77 GF - 3rd in league, -5 behind 1st
54 GA - 1st in league, +7 ahead of 2nd
WON IN NHA PLAYOFF (Montreal)
SC CHAMPIONS (Won 5 game series vs Vancouver 3-1)


1924:
16-8 (1st in NHL - 4 teams)
74 GF - 1st in league, +11 ahead of 2nd
54 GA - 2nd in league, -6 behind 1st
LOST IN NHA PLAYOFF (Montreal)

1925:
17-12-1 (4th in NHL - 6 teams)
83 GF - 4th in league, -10 behind 1st
66 GA - 4th in league, -10 behind 1st
NO POSTSEASON​


TOTALS:
94-52-4 - .627 W%
558 GF
397 GA
+161



GRAND TOTAL CAREER RECORD:

144-80-4 - .632 W%
(Just barely behind Toe Blake and vastly ahead of Lester Patrick, Tommy Gorman, Cecil Hart, etc)

GF - 1,072

GA - 759

+313

5 TIME SC CHAMPION (1909, 1911, 1920, 1921, 1923)

1 CO-SC CHAMPION (1910)





CHRONOLOGICAL CAREER RESUME, NOTES, TESTIMONIES, STORIES, ETC.




18 Jan 1908, 16 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

In January 1908 Green noted as former Ottawa hockey coach. Until now, we assumed he didn't start coaching hockey until 1909.

Notes the speed of Bowie, Russell, Gilmour of the Montreal Vics.

Says Cyclone Taylor one of the best players in hockey and notes that Marty Walsh will compare favorably to Frank McGee. I'd say he got that, along with many other things right.


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14 Nov 1908, 2 - The Gazette at Newspapers.com

Pete Green introduced as coach in 1908. Given full control over roster decisions.

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14 Dec 1909, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green in charge again.

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4 Jan 1910, 4 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green being praised for personnel/lineup decisions.

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26 Jan 1910, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green called one of the best all around sporting authorities. Not just in hockey but lacrosse and football as well.

Pete's system noted as a secret to his success noting he has taken 2nd rate teams and transformed them into winners.

Knows hockey "from A to Z".


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17 Feb 1911, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green, in 1911 already showing the importance of conditioning. Players adhere to his training rules.

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23 Jan 1912, 10 - The Gazette at Newspapers.com

Really neat piece showing Pete Green suggesting that reserve players be allowed to remain indoors while waiting to enter the game. Not only that but he suggests a system where an electronic bell is used to signal a player into the game. Wired from the timers box. Man was an innovator through and through.


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28 Nov 1912, 9 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

According to Percy Leseuer, Green is who all the players consider to be the best coach and the person they look to in a crisis. Speaks volumes.

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29 Nov 1912, Page 4 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Green named Manager, given full control of team.

Also this year he will not be allowed to use a megaphone fro the sidelines. Pretty neat tidbit.


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10 Dec 1912, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green calling Ottawa players to practice during first run as Sens coach.

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Green's early era Sens defensive system unveiled. Noted to make strategy based on what other team was doing.

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3 Feb 1913, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green tactics change. Has team play extremely physical, with big time checking all over the ice.

Green showing use of spares effectively.

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3 Dec 1919, 9 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Pete Green beginning his 2nd stint with Ottawa which would bring about a new dynasty. This is fantastic piece illustrating the respect Green had. And control over personnel decisions, strategy, etc.

Noted as knowing all players in the league to perfection and possessing foxy methods.

Also worked closely with then Captain Eddie Gerard to make sure he and the team were in harmony.

Jack Darragh, yet another player who attribute his success as a young player to Green's tutelage.


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3 Dec 1919, Page 16 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Ottawa Journal piece.

Green resumes his coaching career with Ottawa in 1919-20.

Full and total control over team.

Noted he didn't want players drinking during the season.


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5 Dec 1919, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green running practices. Noted to run the team hard for an hour.

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12 Dec 1919, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green more practice time.

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19 Dec 1919, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green putting the team through a practice.

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24 Dec 1919, 10 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green noted as using his reserve players to fantastic results. Noted strategy used within game.


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29 Dec 1919, 10 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green strategies noted. Also very cool to see him again using subs frequently to keep men fresh and it didn't impact the effectiveness of the team.


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3 Apr 1920, 9 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green apparently wired the fans and supporters a promise to win the SC. And they did!


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18 Dec 1920, 22 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green setting special practices up to prepare for grueling match.

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22 Jan 1921, 14 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

NHL tries to invent new rules to stop Green's kitty bar the door system.

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27 Jan 1921, Page 12 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

I think this is satire, but it's the 1920's so I'm not positive.


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8 Jan 1923, 9 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com
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Green showing good coaching judgement and taking into consideration multiple factors when making a personal decision.
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22 Sep 1934, Page 22 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

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22 Sep 1934, 9 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green discovered and trained King Clancy who describes Green as a "man of dynamic engery with the faculty of getting the best out of every player without appearing to drive the team".

Noted as a great strategist and tactician.


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24 Sep 1934, Page 17 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Tommy Gorman and Lester Patrick were incredibly influenced by Green. Gorman in particular noted he only got his start in hockey because of Green.

Noted he scouted and found Sprague Cleghorn. Developed from the lower city leagues King Clancy who spoke very highly of Green. Discovered Lionel Hitchmen.

When Cleghorn went down he shifted Gerard from C back to D proving to be right about another personnel decision.

Green noted as a positive minded coach who was dipolmatic in dealing with his players.

Incredibly respected by everyone, even the brash Newsy Lalonde.


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24 Sep 1934, 12 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green gets glowing remarks. Not only was he an expert hockey coach he was highly regarded in lacrosse and football. Intimate knowledge of all 3 games.

Highly respected outside of Ottawa as well. Toronto mentioned.

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22 Sep 1934, 19 - The Windsor Star at Newspapers.com

Green death noted in Windsor paper.



22 Sep 1934, 25 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Green death noted in Vancouver.




22 Sep 1934, 1 - Edmonton Journal at Newspapers.com

Green death noted in Edmonton Journal.




22 Sep 1934, 14 - Star-Phoenix at Newspapers.com

Green death noted in Saskatoon paper.




22 Sep 1934, Page 21 - The Winnipeg Tribune at Newspapers.com

Green death noted in Winnipeg paper.




ODDS AND ENDS:



27 Jun 1908, 17 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Fantastic piece on how Green goes about scouting for Lacrosse players and how difficult it is to build a player into the optimal performer.




9 Mar 1903, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

1903 Green taking care of injuries. Was trainer here.




30 Dec 1902, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green and Alf Smith overseeing a Senators practice. This is 1902.




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1 Dec 1900, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

-Not hockey related but it's interesting to note that in 1900 he was already considered the greatest athletic trainer in Canada. Also noted that he was a master of discipline and was popular with his players.

TRAINER "PETE" GREEN

"To Trainer Peter Green much credit is due for the success of the Rough Riders this season. Long experience in handling men for athletic contests has made Pete a past-master in the art and his work this season cannot be too highly commended. He has had the distinction of handling two teams which have won Canadian championships, viz, the Capital lacrosse team and the Rough Rider footballers. Pete is a master of discipline and this specialty enables him to keep the boys well under control. He is popular with the members of the club and can lay just claim to the title of being the greatest trainer in Canada."



2 Dec 1910, Page 4 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

-Referee misses a train and all hell nearly breaks loose! Click link to read entire piece.

SUGGESTION OF PETE GREEN AS REFEREE NEARLY CAUSED A RIOT



15 Dec 1910, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

-Green named coach by unanimous choice. Noted as being a general favorite with the players and called "hockey general with unlimited experience".

PETE GREEN AS MANAGER.

After the announcement that Lesueur, Ronan, Shore, Gaul, Kerr, Ridpath and Walsh had been signed, thus given the Ottawas an excellent team even without Lake and Stuart the question of coach was taken up. Pete Green being the unanimous choice. Petie has done very good work in rounding up the players and as he is a general favorite with the boys and a hockey general of unlimited experience, the club with certainly be congratulated on its move in closing with him.



13 Dec 1912, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

-In 1909 Green's coaching efforts pay off with Cyclone Taylor. Teaches Taylor the advantages to passing and defense.

In 1909 he had his greatest season at hockey and it was chiefly because Green kept coaching him on the necessity of passing the puck and blocking the man, that the Cyclone was so useful.




10 Mar 1914, Page 4 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

-Not exactly sure what team is being referenced here (somebody feel free to chime in) but I thought it was important to note that Green was thought of by Lester Patrick as someone who would be of help.

Petie Green will probably coach the Victoria team in the world's series games in the six man games they play. Petie knows the NHA style proxy thoroughly and Lester Patrick figures he could help them a lot. It is the general opinion among local players that Victoria will walk away with the silverware.




4 Dec 1919, Page 16 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

-What is telling is that in 1919 they are referencing the title winning methods he developed in years past which would line up with earlier material i found talking about how his tactics were designed and carried out. During the Silver Seven days.

"Petie Green Bubbling Pep and Enthusiasm"

Petie Green was bustling around yesterday with Cosy Dolan getting the paraphernalia and dressing rooms fixed up. Petie is eager to be at work and wants to turn out a winner. The championship methods he developed in former days haven't deserted him and Petie was sprouting with enthusiasm.




23 Feb 1920, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green using Cy Denenny to cover Reg Noble, then Broadbent and even shifted Darragh over. Perfection.

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18 Mar 1920, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green has team working out in preparation for the SCF out west vs Seattle. Working on the forward pass/offside skating.


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14 Feb 1922, Page 14 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

-Superstitions nearly 100 years old. I believe they call Ottawa an oasis!

Petie Green will carry the horseshoe that adorns the Ottawa door in his vest pocket; he will line his hip pocket with rabbit' gallopers and promises to wear a four-leaf clover pinned to his tie. With all these luck magnets the Ottawas should get an even break at any rate. They will have a socre of supporters in their train, and are sure of plenty of support from McGill students and Ottawa residents in the oasis.



20 Feb 1923, 10 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Green is praised by Sprague Cleghorn who was discovered and coached up by Green to start his career.

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6 Apr 1923, 16 - The Gazette at Newspapers.com

Gold Watches to Be Given Ottawa Hockey Players

It was announced tonight that the sum of $1,015 had been collected with which to purchase souvenirs for the members of the Ottawa Senators, hockey champions of the world. Gold watches will be purchased and presented at the banquet Monday night. Teh watches with be suitably engraved and the recipients will be the ten players, Petie Green, coach, and Cozy Dolan, trainer.




15 Mar 1941, Page 28 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Direct reference to the buzzer wired to the bench to call for substitutes that Green invented. Being used in game, and there was even a system set up where the # of buzzes corresponded with a certain player.

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15 Apr 1961, Page 13 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

-One of two articles years later that show it was Pete Green who switched Cyclone Taylor to defensemen in Ottawa with obviously positive results.


Mr. Bate said some of the directors were discouraged when Taylor worked out as a forward in Ottawa...Then the late Petie Green, then coaching, insisted Taylor try the defense...Taylor turned on his amazing speed and wasn't long convincing the club he was at home.




26 Apr 1968, Page 25 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

-Really cool interview with an 83 year old Cyclone Taylor who just happens to confirm the bit above about Green being the one who switched him to the back end in Ottawa. (I didn't type out the entire interview but click the link. Should go right to it on page 25)

He (Cyclone Taylor) smiled:

"I guess that was true. The Silver Seven players were playing out their string in Ottawa when I arrived. They put me on the forward line in workouts and I guess they felt I was messing up the attack. I was blessed with skating ability and it didn't work well for a time.

Then Petie Green a noted trainer and coach, suggested I play defence. I was used as a defencemen in the opening game against Montreal Wanderers.

"We scored eight goals against Montreal. I got four of them and I was with the club for two years until I got the invitation to go to Renfrew.


Part of the deal for me to come to Ottawa was to get me a job in the government. They were pretty persuasive and made me feel that I might wind up as prime minister".
 
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Glenn Resch !!!


Awards and Achievements:
Stanley Cup Champion (1980)
Canada Cup Champion (1984)

2 x Second Team All-Star (1976, 1979)

Hart - 9th(1983)
Vezina - 6th(1983), 7th(1984), 8th(1982)


All-Star - 2nd(1976), 2nd(1979), 3rd(1977), 4th(1983), 5th(1978)

Statistical Accomplishments:
Save Percentage - 1st(1976), 1st(1979), 2nd(1977), 3rd(1975), 4th(1980), 6th(1878)​
 

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Fred "Smokey" Harris, LW/RW


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With Portland


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Honors:

  • League Leader in Assists 2x (1919-20 and 1923-24)
  • League Leader in Points (1920-21)
  • League Leader in Penalty Minutes (1913-1914)
  • Stanley Cup Playoff Points Leader (1915-1916)
  • Stanley Cup Playoff Assists Leader (1915-1916)
  • PCHA Playoff Goals Leader (1920-21)
  • PCHA Playoff Points Leader (1920-21)
  • 4 x PCHA League Champion (1916, 1921, 1922, 1923)
  • PCHA First All-Team (1912*, 1913, 1916, 1917**, 1919, 1920, 1921***)

*Only 1 AS team in 1912. Harris was reserve player
**Unanimous choice at RW (Played for Portland)
***Utility position



Statistics:

  • 1912-13 - 14 Goals - 20 Points - 2nd League Wide
  • 1913-14 - 14 Goals - 17 Points - 10th League Wide
  • 1914-15 - 14 Goals - 17 Points - 10th League Wide
  • 1915-16 - 10 Goals - 16 Points - 11th League Wide
  • 1916-17 - 18 Goals - 31 Points - 7th League Wide
  • 1917-18 - 5 Goals - 11 Points - 12th League Wide (missed half the season)
  • 1918-19 - 20 Goals - 26 Points - 3rd League Wide
  • 1919-20 - 14 Goals - 24 Points - 4th League Wide
  • 1920-21 - 15 Goals - 32 Points - 1st League Wide
  • 1921-22 - 10 Goals - 14 Points - 10th League Wide
  • 1922-23 - 10 Goals - 16 Points - 13th League Wide
  • 1923-24 - 8 Goals - 18 Points - 7th League Wide


Summary of Points Finishes: (bolded might have been skewed by playing with Taylor though Harris outscored Taylor in their first full season together)
1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 7, 10, 10, 10, 11, 12, 13

Summary of Goals Finishes:
2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 9, 9, 9, 12, 13* 14, 16

Summary of Assist Finishes:

1, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6*, 6, 9, 11, 11, 16, 18

(*1918-19 Season where missed half the games)


The three seasons Harris was playing with "peak" Taylor (1912-1914, 1918-19) Ages (22, 23, 28)
Goals: 48 - 0.94117 G/game
Assists: 15 - 0.29411 A/game
Points: 63 - 1.235 Pts/game
Games Played:51


Seasons in Portland (1914-1918) Ages (24 - 27)
Goals: 61 - 0.884 G/game
Assists: 25 - 0.3623 A/game
Points: 86 - 1,2464 Pts/game
Games Played: 69


The seasons after Taylor was passed his prime (1919-1924) Ages (29-33)
Goals: 57 - 0.47899
Assists: 47 - 0.3949
Points: 104 - 0.8739
Games Played: 119


-This is telling. One, it shows Harris could produce equally as well (in fact he actually scored a tad better in Portland) without Taylor and two, just how darn good Smokey's longevity was.

Big thanks @ResilientBeast for the Honor/Stats portion from his 2017 bio.




CHRONOLOGICAL CAREER RESUME, NOTES, TESTIMONIES, STORIES, ETC.



7 Dec 1912, Page 22 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

This is 1912. Would have been just before the start of his 3rd season.

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1 Apr 1912, Page 14 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

Harris already an All Star in 1912 as a reserve. A new bullet point for his resume

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23 Dec 1918, Page 10 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

Harris said to have been one of the best forward sin the game "a few years ago" in 1918.

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4 Feb 1919, 8 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris called hard checking wing

Bottled up Foyston and Cully Wilson

Off night shooting (still had 3 points) but otherwise dominant


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18 Feb 1919, 10 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris' speed noted again.

Another mention of his great shot.

Didn't mind crashing the net/goalie

Scores a sensational goal

Harris fights Bobby Rowe and wins


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25 Feb 1919, 8 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris and Santley noted for huge amounts of back checking

Smokey scores "stictly high-class and spectacular" goal


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30 Mar 1919, 13 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Humans haven't invented a train as fast as Harris and Moose Johnson


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15 Mar 1919, Page 14 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

Harris owns the net front.

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27 Dec 1919, Page 14 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

Harris scouting report in 1919

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6 Jan 1920, Page 10 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

Harris continually breaking up Seattle attacks with hook check.

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21 Dec 1920, 24 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris holding down Bernie Morris who didn't register a point.

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28 Dec 1920, 17 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris with a great assist

Harris hardest working (glue guy) never tired. Back checking was a FEATURE


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4 Jan 1921, 17 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Hardest working player of game.

In every play in his own end.


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18 Jan 1921, 19 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris and co. singled out for checking Seattle to standstill

Harris had 4 assists

Harris shows WORLD CLASS speed

His performance called best in league history to that point?


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1 Mar 1921, 4 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris scores 2+1

Took delight in checking his opposite


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1 Mar 1921, 19 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Smokey Harris star of Vancouver again.

Broke up innumerable players with STRENUOUS back checking.


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15 Mar 1921, 20 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris had the skill/ability to go megatron offensively.

Harris star of Vancouver.

Harris getting some dirty jabs in.

Bernie Morris checked to standstill by Harris.


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19 Mar 1921, 29 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Playoff scoring leader

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22 Mar 1921, 25 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris AS USUAL, best man on the ice

Back checked other team to standstill

Iron Man


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22 Mar 1921, 4 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris scores pretty goal vs Sens/Benedict

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25 Mar 1921, 23 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris scores a goal+assist early in game

Took a 3 min penalty (not clipped)

Harris and co. speed noted

Harris not being intimidated by Eddie Gerrard and bouncing some Sens players of his own

Harris gives best displays of back checking seen this winter


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29 Mar 1921, 4 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris levels Frank Nighbor (sky high) with good clean body check

Harris literally said to have played both wings at once due to the RW playing subpar

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1 Apr 1921, 28 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris drawing Ottawa into targeting him rather than the team.

Harris keeps getting pounded and keeps coming back and going right through Ottawa

Clashed with Gerard multiple times.


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23 Dec 1921, 17 - The Seattle Star at Newspapers.com

Harris rated as fastest skater in entire PCHA.


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10 Jan 1922, 8 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris and Skinner both effective particularly on the back check


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12 Dec 1922, 8 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris dropped back to blue line in 3rd period with success

Harris giving strenuous body checks to keep Cougars honest


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2 Jan 1924, 10 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris checking Alf Skinner

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3 Nov 1924, 10 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Scouting report in 1924 (13th season)

Harris revels in tough going and heavy body checking

Feared player

Can play LW or D and shone well there in previous season


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24 Dec 1924, 12 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Even in 1924, this late in his career, Harris is said to have few, if any peers in back checking

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW (BECAUSE I HAD MORE THAN 50 PICTURES):





8 Feb 1912, 10 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris' first season in Vancouver. His first in pro hockey.

Wasn't a scorer yet but already noted as a consistent back checker


Fred Harris of the Vancouver team has scored only one goal in seven games but has earned his place by consistent back checking.




10 Feb 1912, Page 14 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

Harris first season in pro hockey

Already mentioned as a strong body checker


One of the really pleasing features of the game was the clean body checking developed, an art not much in vogue heretofore this season. Si Griffis was particulary strong at the game and he has an able runner up in Fred Harris.




4 Dec 1912, 17 - Edmonton Journal at Newspapers.com

Scouting report in 1912

Strenuous back checking made up for his not scoring goals

Hard as nuts, looks for fray


Harris failed to shine in the scoring columns last season, but his strenuous back checking spoiled many a roseate dream of a goal in the mind of hte opposition.

Fred is hard as nuts, always eager for the fray,
and couldn't be kept out of the game if he had to pay for the privileged of playing.




11 Dec 1912, 10 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Fred Harris showed improvements over last season and was just the busy checker as of yore




18 Dec 1912, 10 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Already called "husky checker" at 22 years old

Laid Goldie Prodgers out, who was a big dude, several times.

Harris as usual, was the husky checker and several times he stretched even big Prodgers on the ice by hard bodies




18 Dec 1912, Page 12 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

Same game as above quote.

Busy checker who broke up numerous attacks

Fred Harris scored 2 goals as many as he scored all last season. He is still the busy checker and his hard work broke up more than one promising attack last night. He played a hard-working game every minute play was in progress.




30 Dec 1912, 11 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris called toughest player in league

Big strides as a scorer


Fred Harris the roughest and toughest boy in the league, according to Victoria fans, is showing himself to be a clever goal getter this year.




18 Jan 1913, Page 18 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

Most effective player on ice. 2+1.

Checking again most effective.


Fred Harris appeared the most effective Vancouver player on the ice, getting two goals and assisting with a timely pass in another.

The Kenora boy's checking was again most effective and he was tireless in his efforts to aid in securing a victory.




17 Feb 1913, 10 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris puts McDonald out of the game

Ran McDonald was knocked out temporarily in a collision with Harris but was able to continue after a brief rest.




1 Mar 1913, 8 - The Victoria Daily Times at Newspapers.com

Harris makes the 1913 AS team

Goes from 4 goals as rookie to 14 in 2nd season

22 years old already called best back checker in the entire PCHA

Harris developed into a sensation this year, being a grand scorer, while there is not an equal in the league when it comes to back checking




5 Mar 1913, 10 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris, Taylor and Kendall all played sterling hockey, checking back in heady fashion.




26 Mar 1913, Page 14 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

Harris broke up many attacks

He and Oatman showed up while the rest of Vancouver apparently didn't.


Eddie Oatman and Fred Harris were the hard working lads of the west. They were tireless in their efforts, both on the aggressive and in their back checking.

Harris in particular broke up many a promising piece of combination by the east by his work in everlastingly skating back.

The rest of the team were very evidently tired from their hard work of the past two weeks and did not show up in the form which has marked their season.




29 Nov 1913, 8 - The Victoria Daily Times at Newspapers.com

Skates like fiend and checks back all night

Neighors and Harris are the perfect pair of wings, who can skate like fiends and check back all night.

Neighbors and Harris look pretty sweet on the wings and with Taylor going just as strong as ever, the Terminals have a grand team.




17 Dec 1913, 10 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris bags 4 goals

Always around net

Harris who has been coming fast, at last appears to have cultivated the art of goal getting to a nicety and last night he led the team in this respect, scoring no less than four goals. Fred always seemed to be fussing round the net at the right time and he was on the job for passes at most opportune moments.




17 Jan 1914, Page 14 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

Harris playing hurt and starring

2 goals and locking Throop down

Fred Harris was also under the doctor's care, and should not have been in the game, but he could not be induced to stay his hand on his old Westminster rivals. He found the net on two occasions and played a hard game, his defensive work preventing Throop from showing as well as usual.




28 Jan 1914, 10 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Nighbor and Harris doing useful checking

Harris singled out as being a tireless worker habitually.

Harris and Nighbor did some very useful checking, the former being a tireless worker, as is his habit.




18 Feb 1914, 10 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris all over ice, breaking up dangerous rushes

Took on anyone

Fred Harris did some magnificent checking last night and he broke up some dangerous rushes of the Victoria forwards by his efforts. He was all over the ice and no opposing player was too big for him to take a chance with.




10 Dec 1914, 4 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris and Portland playing rough

Knocks out 2 of Lloyd Cook's teeth.

The Portland players were guilty of considerable rough work, hooking and slashing being a specialty, and it was the result of one of Fred Harris' famous hooks that Cook lost two teeth.




6 Jan 1915, Page 11 - The Oregon Daily Journal at Newspapers.com

Harris scores 2+1 in OT loss.

Breaks up numerous rushes and holds Cyclone Taylor to 1 goal.

Fred Harris aided wonderfully by breaking up numerous rushes of the Vancouver players, especially those by Cyclone Taylor.




26 Jan 1915, Page 9 - The Oregon Daily Journal at Newspapers.com

Noted to play corking game and is "tearing player"

Fred Harris, called "Smokey", who plays a corking game of ice hockey for the Portand team. Harris is a tearing player and his feet fly in all directions, behooving the enemy to give him a clear track.




1 Feb 1915, Page 7 - The Oregon Daily Journal at Newspapers.com

Harris is so fast they call him Smokey

Fred Harris, who's work has been of high order in the Pacific Coast Hockey league this season.

He is such a fast skater they call him "Smokey" Harris.




8 Jan 1916, 8 - The Victoria Daily Times at Newspapers.com

Harris plays a rough game
But a few minutes had elapsed after the resumption of play when Carpenter was banished from the game and fined $5 for cracking Harris after the Smokey one had body checked him against the boards. Harris was also sent from the ice, and will be short $2 from his pay envelope for his brief exhibition of checking against the boards.




27 Jan 1916, Page 15 - The Oregon Daily Journal at Newspapers.com

Harris scores hat trick while being all over ice over entire game.

Fred Harris all around playing in the local game Tuesday open the eyes of the local fans.

Smokey was everywhere during the all three periods and scored three of the several goals scored by the locals.




30 Jan 1916, Page 16 - The Oregon Daily Journal at Newspapers.com

Best offensvie player on Portland

Strong once again in back checking

Harris led the offensive attack and was very strong on the back checking and he also uncorked some speedy sprints during the course of the game.




19 Feb 1916, 10 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Amazing review as to why Harris was picked for 1916 PCHA 1st team AS. Over Dubbie Kerr and Lloyd Cook.


Harris always relentless checker

Goes at top speed from start to finish of every game

Solid offense

Willingness to work combinations with his line mates

For the left wing position Leiut. Hewitt declares he has to desert the scoring records, the following of which would mean the selection of “Dubbie” Kerr of Victoria, who leads all the wingers, but Tobin in the matter of points.

Kerr’s lack of stamina and his inability to go the full route bars him from the team.

Lloyd Cook of Vancouver has been a most useful performer in this position, but even though he is high in the scoring records he has been inconsistent in his work in the last four games.

Fred Harris of Portland has been the same old Fred in every game this season, always a persistent and relentless check and a pretty handy man to have round on the attack, too, as the figures will show.

Fred goes at top speed from start to finish and for that reason, as well as his willingness to work into combination with the other men on the forward line, gives him the call.




18 Mar 1916, 15 - Edmonton Journal at Newspapers.com

Great scouting report on Harris in 1916

Called on of the best left wings in major league hockey

Reputation for being one roughest players in hockey

Aggressive, hard checker and plays game for all he's worth

Disregards personal injury


Fred “Smokey” Harris is looked on as one of the best left wings in major league hockey.

He broke in with the Kenora Thistles, who played and won the Stanley Cup before it was put up for competition between east and west.

In 1912 Harris came to Vancouver and remained here until last year, when he was traded to Portland for Mallen. Portland had the choice of Neighbor or Harris and chose the latter.

Harris has the reputation of being one of the roughest players in the league. He is aggressive, a hard checker, and is always in the game to win. At least part of this reputation is unjustified, as he plays the game for all he is worth, entirely disregarding the risk of personal injury.




21 Mar 1916, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Game report from game 1 of the SCF against Montreal

Harrist fastest, most valuable man on ice

Harris ragged puck on penalty kill, cited as effective hockey

Noted to be in perfect physical condition

2 and 3 Montreal players were forced to chase after him

George Kennedy calls Harris the best all around hockey player in the game

Scores goal after deking Corbeau out

Harris the fastest and most valuable man on the ice.

Portland also played superb hockey. They uncorked tow or three beautiful two man rushes and on one of these Tobin and Harris collaborated for their final goal.

Invariably one of the westerners would shoot down the wing or center and whip it out. Incidentally they aroused the ire of the Canadien supporters by carrying the puck around their net time after time.

Repeatedly they would seize the puck at center and shoot one of the their players around the goal, while the other stood still and waited an opportunity to break like a flash.

Fred Taylor’s celebrated stunts were repeatedly recalled as Harris, Oatman, or Tobin semi-circled and then dashed straight down center.

In the third Harris whirled around his own net three times in succession while the crowd roared its disapproval. It was effective hockey at the time, however, as Oatman was then with the timers and they were playing for time.


He was obviously in perfect shape as he stayed in the game practically from start to finish and was a tower of strength.


At times there were two or three Canadiens charging wildly after Harris in an effort to stop him up.


He looks one of the grandest puck chasers in the game.


George Kennedy said after the match that Harris impressed him as the best all around hockeyist he had seen this winter.

He would be a wonder with any of the NHA teams, but it is likely that the two leagues will sign a peace pact shortly and that the hockey war will end.

Both teams had several penalties, Lalonde and Tobin having been off, but they were at full strength when Tobin suddenly shot down the right wing and whipped it across to Harris, who fooled Corbeau and scored on the open net.




27 Oct 1916, 9 - The Victoria Daily Times at Newspapers.com

Harris in peak physical condition before season. Speed noted.

Mentioned as real star in season prior

Played very well in SCF season prior


With his muscles as hard as nails, and apparently in pink condition, Smoke Harris, the speed merchant of the Portland Rosebuds, and a former Vancouver player, blew into town this week and is resting up before going to the Rose City where he expects to put in the best season of his career.

Fred has taken first class care of himself this summer, having spent some time camping in the south. Open air life has done much for his general health and if condition counts for anything he should make good his promise that he will play the best hockey of his career this winter.

Harris was one of the real stars of the PCHA last season and from the reports received here was a bright and shining light on the Portland lineup in the World Series with the Canadians.




19 Nov 1916, Page 19 - The Oregon Daily Journal at Newspapers.com

More mentions of his elite speed.

Fred "Smokey" Harris, the speed demon, has been spending the summer with relatives in Vancouver BC and has recently returned with his sardonic smile and is ready to line up with the bunch at the blow of the whistle for the first practice
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25 Dec 1916, 6 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Physical and wonderful rushes
Fred Harris was the only other member ot the Portland team to play a star game and though he got rough occasionally he put through some wonderful rushing hockey.




4 Jan 1917, Page 9 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Harris elite speed noted once again

Fred Harris registers extreme speed and skates gracefully to the ryhmn of the band. It is quite some scene.




5 Feb 1917, 10 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Smokey Harris makes Ed Black's AS list in 1917 as the utility man


Black would know players and league extremely well. Coach in CAL and former judge of play (ref) in the PCHA
Ed Black, manager of the Centrals in the City Amateur League (CAL) and former judge of play in the PCHA, comes to bat with an all-star team which he believes would show some real class against any other team that may be selelcted:

Manager Black submits the follow:

Goal – Lehman, Vancouver
Point – F. Parick, Vancouver
Coverpoint – Ed Carpenter, Seattle
Rover – Taylor, Vancouver
Centre – Irvin, Portland
Left Wing – Jack Walker, Seattle
Utility – Fred Harris, Portland

Perhaps you, Mr. Fan, can go him one better. What is your selection?




10 Feb 1917, 24 - The Leader-Post at Newspapers.com
Fred Harris led the point getters with one goal and two assists.




12 Feb 1917, 6 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

1916-17 PCHA All Stars

Harris UNANIMOUS choice at RIGHT WING

Here you are:

The three officials of the PCHA have given out their choice of all-star teams for the season of 1916-17.
One noticeable feature si that all three have chosen Lehman as the best goal keeper and everyone of them has included Johnson of Portland on the defense and Harris at right wing.

Mickey Ion’s Pick

Goal – Lehman of Vancouver
Point – Lester Patrick of Spokane
Coverpoint – Johnson of Portland
Rover – Irvin of Portland
Centre – Morris of Seattle
Right Wing – Harris of Portland
Left Wing – Roberts of Vancouver
Spare Forward – Kerr of Spokane
Spare Defense – Walker of Seattle

George Irvine’s

Goal – Lehman of Vancouver
Point – Frank Patrick of Vancouver
Coverpoint – Johnson of Portland
Rover – Taylor of Vancouver
Centre – MacKay of Vancouver
Right Wing – Harris of Portland
Left Wing – Kerr of Spokane
Spare Forward – Roberts of Vancouver
Spare Defense – Lester Patrick of Spokane


Seaborn’s Selection


Goal – Lehman of Vancouver
Point – Johnson of Portland
Coverpoint – Lester Patrick of Spokane
Rover – MacKay of Vancouver
Centre – Irvin of Portland
Right Wing – Harris of Portland
Left Wing – Roberts of Vancouver
Spare Forward – Dunderdale of Portland
Spare Defense – Frank Patrick of Vancouver




27 Jan 1918, Page 21 - The Oregon Daily Journal at Newspapers.com

Harris breaks ribs on body check. Still finishes game.

Fred "Smokey" Harris of the Portland hockey team will be out of the game for the next fortnite. He is suffering from 2 broken ribs, sustained when he body checked Lester Patrick, manager of the Seattle team, in the second period.

Harris had the ribs bound with tape between the second and third periods, and finished the game.




31 Dec 1918, 12 - Calgary Herald at Newspapers.com

Harris called one of the most aggressive and effective players (not just winger) in the league by Eddie Oatman

Hailed by eastern writers as one of the best wingers who played in East over entire year. This was from the 1916 SCF where Portland took Montreal to the full 5 games before losing.


Fred “Smokey” Harris for the past three seasons a member of the Portland club, comes back to Vancouver in this season’s shuffle.

Harris broke in major league hockey as a member of the first Vancouver team in 1912, and although an awkward youth at that time, he has come along rapidly, and in Eddie Oatman’s opinion he is one of the most aggressive and effective players in the league.

Harris’ playing in the world series against the Canadiens in Montreal in 1916 was one of the big surprises that season, and he was hailed by eastern writers as one of the best wing men who had shown in the east that season.




1 Mar 1919, 18 - The Province at Newspapers.com

1919 PCHA AS Team

Harris make first team over Frank Foyston


Mickey Ion Gives Lehman, Mackay and Harris Places

First Team:

Hugh Lehman, Vancouver - Goal
Ernie Johnson, Victoria - Defence
Bobby Rowe, Seattle - Defence
Mickey Mackay, Vancouver - Rover
Bernie Morris, Seattle - Centre
Cully Wilson, Seattle – Right Wing
Fred Harris, Vancouver – Left Wing




6 Dec 1919, 14 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris called one of best players in league.

Rare longevity noted

Played brilliantly in 1918 and scored a pair of OT goals.

Harris is one of the best players on the circuit, and one of the very few has seen continuous service on the coast loop since the inception of the game in the west in 1912.


Last season he played brilliantly for the Millionaires, and in two overtime battles went through for the winning counters.


He will fill in a big gap in the local lineup if he hustles into action with a signed contract.




15 Dec 1919, 8 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris has hook check that rivals Mickey Mackay

Fred Harris will have an opportunity to display his real speed at rover this winter. Last year “Smokey” developed a hook check that rivaled that of Mickey Mackay. This season, when he will be able to lie back on the defense, he should be able to use it to good advantage.




30 Dec 1919, 8 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris make dominant rush

Spectacular all evening w/ famous hook check
No “tank” had anything on Fred Harris when he rushed his way through the Aristocrat defence in the second period breaking Eddie Oatman’s bludgeon and knocking Wilf Loughlin’s out of his hands in the attempt.

Harris who had been playing spectacular all evening with his famous hook check, jumped into even more prominence in this period.

In an outstanding rush down the ice the Smokey one hopped, jumped and pounded his way through the Capitals defense, but a beautiful save by Fower robbed him of the crowning glory.




27 Jan 1920, 8 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris speed noted

1+1

Smokey Harris showed speed last night from start to finish. He rode through the Victoria defense twice, once for a goal and the other he assisted Roberts to a goal.

On other occasion, too numerous to count, his shots were saved in sensational fashion by Fowler.

He is showing speed to advantage in his old position at left wing.




13 Mar 1920, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

1920 All Star team per Mickey Ion

Harris 1st team LW

The following are the all star teams selected from the Pacific Coast Hockey League by referee Mickey Ion:

First Team.

Lehman, Vancouver, goal; Cook, Vancouver, point; Foyston, Seattle, rover; Dunderdale, Victoria, center; Oatman, Victoria, right wing; Harris, Vancouver, left wing.

Second Team.

Holmes, Seattle, goal; Patrick, Victoria, point; Rowe, Seattle, cover point; Walker, Seattle, rover; Taylor, Vancouver, center; Skinner, Vancouver, right wing; Jim Riley, Seattle, left wing.




6 Nov 1920, 28 - The Province at Newspapers.com

Harris one of most effective players in 1919

Consistent performer

Smokey Harris was one of the most effective men in the league last year, a consistent performer and one who is always good for markers.

Both Harris and Skiner combine well and with a smooth working centre player the Vancouver team should develop an effective combination, something which has been lacking past seasons.




8 Feb 1921, 4 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris' world class speed again noted.

Harris pulls off insanely talented move and pass


Later Harris steals puck from Oatman Johnson

Shows incredible awareness and scores most sensational goal of game


Smokey Harris could easily have qualified for any international speed carnival; at times he whizzed down the ice with the footing of a phantom.

In this period Smokey Harris pulled one of the most spectacular plays that has been seen this season. Tearing in on the Victoria defense and suddenly confronted with two opposing players, he hurdled his own stick and simultaneously flicked a perfect backhand pass to Skinner; only the fact that Fowler was unusually good last night prevented the pair from scoring.

Oatman and Johnson were making Victoria's umpteenth attempt to run the tide when Smokey Harris rushed in, outwitted the pair of them and like a flash was on his way.

Smokey first made sure that his teammates were covering for the pass and when the opposing defense were about to spring into the play, he shot, and Umpire Murphy’s mitt rang up another tally.

It was the most sensational goal of the entire game.




22 Feb 1921, 4 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Harris back checking hard
Harris and Skinner were always in the game, shooting on Fowler with uncanny aim, and checking back hard. Interestingly Harris drew his 2nd penalty of the season.




8 Mar 1921, Page 11 - The Seattle Star at Newspapers.com


1921 PCHA All Stars


Harris makes 1st team as utility player


Ion’s list criticized for placing players out of position (Harris not one of them).


Foyston was though, at LW, where he didn’t play.

There’s only one fault to find with Referee Mickey Ion’s 1921 All-Star hockey selections.

His fault is that he didn’t place all the men in their right positions.


His first team follows:


Lehman, goal; Johson and Cook, defense; Walker, rover; Fredericksson, center; Foyston, left wing; J. Adams, right wing; Oatman and Harris, utility.


His second team follows:


Holmes, goal; Rickey and C. Loughlin, defense; MacKay, Vancouver, rover, Jim Riley, center; Morris, left wing; Skinner, right wing; Dunderdale and W. Loughlin, utility.

On his first team three men (Johnson, Foyston and Adams) are placed in positions other than they played in most of the season, and on the second squad two men are placed out of position (Bernie Morris and Jim Riley)

Moose Johnson didn’t star to play the brand of hockey that has stamped him as one of the aces of the season until he was shifted from defense to rover. He has played that position on the Victoria club most of the season.

Frank Foyston would make a great left wing for the forward line but the blonde wizard has played all but one or tow games at center for the local club.

The same goes for Jack Adams, the Vancouver center. He is placed at right wing, while has been playing center.

On the second team Bernie Morris is placed at left wing, when hasn’t played at game on that side of the ice all year. He has played right wing and center for the local forces all season.

And Jim Riley, who hasn’t played at center at all on the Seattle team is given the center berth on Ion’s second team.

It’s all right, undoubtedly, to place one or two men on a mythical team out of position to make a stronger combination but to shift give men seems like it’s being carried a bit too far.




8 Nov 1921, Page 10 - Vancouver Daily World at Newspapers.com

Harris tied for league scoring lead

Called "fixed star of first magnitude"

Local hockey followers will all be glad to see Smokey and the others back with the Millionaires.

Last season Harris was one of the league's leading scorers, tying Frederickson, and performing genreally like a fixed star of the first magnitude.

His famous fly-on-the-wall rushes along the boards were always a feature in any game he played.




18 Feb 1923, 18 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com


Harris bio/scouting report late in 1923 season

Injuries robbed him of a pretty good start to season

He plays defense in place of Art Duncan, showing well

Noted as only winger in PCHA history to lead league in scoring 2 years prior

In 1910 a senior league was formed with Winnipeg, Brandon and other points, and the Kenora Kids won the league title. Smokey played centre and defense for the Kids and led the league in scoring. In the spring of 1911 the team played off for the Allan Cup with the Winnipeg Vics, but were beaten.

After three years with the Millionaires, Harris was transferred to Portland, remaining with the Oregon outfit for four seasons and then returning to this city, where he has remained ever since, holding down a regular berth at left wing.

Last year he had his nose smashed prior to the coast playoffs and was out of the final series and the world’s championship games with Toronto.

After a pretty good start to to this season he was again put out of active service for several weeks by getting three fingers on his shooting hand broken during the Maroon’s trip to the prairies.

Since his return to the game he has played various positions, at left wing, centre, and defense.

At the start of the current season, before Duncan was ready to play, Harris filled in at right defense on several occasions and the showing he made then led many observers to prophecy that Smokey will be developed for a defense position.

Fred is a good skater, has a reputation for flashing down the boards like a fly on a wall, and packs a wicked shot.

Year before last he was tied with Frederickson for league scoring honors, the only wing player ever to attain that eminence.




9 Nov 1923, 8 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com

Nice overview on 1923/24


Harris injects "real kick" into his playing

Robust rushes. Loves the rough play.

Proved worthy successor to Doc Robert's.


That section of Vancouver’s hockey rooting fraternity which so often yodeled “Come on Smokey,” in the past will be forced to adopt a new yell this season, or at least to change that portion of it dealing with the stick handling genius officially known as Mr. Frederick Harris of Portland and points south.

Harris has this season attached his name to Seattle's contract and will be here on Monday night next to show Vancouver what a real star of the ice game they lost when he vanished from their immediate ken.

Smokey probably injects as much real kick into his playing as any athlete who ever wore the skates and leg pads.

His rushes are robust at times, not to say rough. When Harris gets the puck in front of him the more who gather round to dispute the matter the better he likes it.


“The rougher the going the better” is Smokey’s motto
and with it all he is not deliberately unmindful of the ethics of hockey. It is just his style.

Harris has been with the Maroons since the days of the Portland team. Always he has played the left wing and he proved a worthy successor to Doc Roberts, although he lacked the medico’s uncanny precision in shooting from the left on a rising mark for the goal.

Last year he injured a thumb on the prairies and hardly go back into his stride during the season.
He has been playing on the coast since 1912 and Muldoon was well please to get him when Bernie Morris migrated to the prairies.




13 Nov 1923, 10 - The Vancouver Sun at Newspapers.com
Smokey Harris looked strange in a Seattle uniform. He was always in the fray, taking bumps and giving them.





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Harry "Rat" Westwick:


Awards and Honours:

  • Captain of Senators in 1901-02 and 02-03
  • Stanley Cup winner (4 times - 1903–1906)
  • FAHL Second All-Star Team (1905)
  • First all-star team (1906)
Statistics:

Led Ottawa in scoring in 1896 (over Alf Smith) 1902 (over Bruce Stuart) and was 2nd (ahead of Alf Smith) in 1905 just 3 goals behind McGee.


Regular Season (1894-95 through 1907-08)


84 Games
88 Goals


Vs Blair Russell (1900-01 through 1907-08)

Westwick = 73 goals in 58 games = 1.25
Russell = 100 goals in 57 games - 1.49

*Westwick plays rover while Russell plays wing and skates with most dominant offensive player of era.

I don't see much of a difference between these guys. Westwick played a less advantageous position to score from and didn't have the best offensive player in the world running w/ him. And below you can see the very strong defensive game Westwick possessed as well to match Blair Russell.


Vs Russell Bowie Head to Head

1901:

Jan 19:
Bowie DNP

Feb 9: Ottawa wins 5-4
Bowie = 3 goals
Westwick = 2 goals


1902:

Jan 5: Ottawa wins 5-4
Bowie = 2 goals
Westwick = 1 goal (scores GWG late in 2nd half)

Feb 8: Ottawa wins 3-2
Bowie = 1 G
Westwick = 2 G (including late GTG)


1903:

3 Jan: Vics win 4-3
Bowie = 2 goals
Westwick = 1 goal

9 Feb: Ottawa wins 7-6
Bowie = 2 goals
Westwick = 1 goal

7 Mar: Tie game 1-1
(Game 1 of playoffs)
Bowie = 0 goals
Westwick = 0 goals
*this is the game where Westwick has his ankle/leg deliberately broken in 2nd half


1904:

9 Jan: Ottawa wins 10-6

Bowie = 3 goals
Westwick = 2 goals


1906:

27 Jan: Ottawa wins 11-6
Bowie = 3 goals
Westwick = 2 goals

12 Feb: Ottawa wins 10-4
Bowie = 1 goal
Westwick = 1 goal

17 goals through 9 games
12 goals through 9 games


1907:

26 Jan: Ottawa wins 12-10
Bowie = 3 goals
Westwick = 1 goal
*Bowie played RW here opposite of Harry Smith

Feb 16: Ottawa wins 16-7

Bowie = 3 goals
Westwick = 3 goals


1908:


25 Jan: Ottawa wins 14-9

Bowie = 1 goal
Westwick = 2 goals

Feb 15: Ottawa wins 10-4
Bowie = 1 goal
Westwick = 0 goals


Totals:

Ottawa goes 11-1-1


Bowie = 25 goals in 13 games
Westwick = 18 goals in 13 games

*This was actually a close series through 1904. But Ottawa becomes far and away better by the middle of the decade. Bowie is routinely cited as the best player win or loss and the lack of support he received is noted often. Bowie looses just over a goal per game output against Westwick and Ottawa.



Westwick in SC Challenges:
*did not include Dawson City Challenge as that was incredibly lopsided



Vs Winnpipeg - Dec 30 1903, Jan 1 and 4th 1904

Ottawa wins 3 game series 2-1

Bullet Joe Hall opposite at rover

Westwick scores 5 goals

Hall scores 1 goal



Vs Toronto - Feb 23 and 25, 1904


Ottawa wins both games 6-3 and 11-2

Tommy Phillips opposite at rover


Westwick scores 1 goal

Phillips scores 1 goal

Vs Wanderers - Mar 2 , 1904



Game 1 ended in 5-5 tied (Wanderers refused to play a 2nd game and quit challenge)

Westwick scores 2 goals

Ken Mallen scores 1 goal

Vs Brandon - Mar 9 and 11, 1904


Ottawa wins both games 6-3 and 9-3


Westwick scores 1 goal

George Smith scores 1 goal



Vs Rat Portage - Mar 7, 9 and 11th, 1905


Ottawa loses game 1, 9-3.

Wins games 2 and 3, 4-2 and 5-4


Si Griffis opposite at rover

Griffis scores 3 goals in game 1

Westwick scores 1 goal in game 1

Griffis scores 1 in game 2 and 0 in game 3

Westwick with 1 goal in game 2


Vs Queens University - Feb 27 and 28th, 1906


Ottawa wins both games, 16-7 and 12-7

Marty Walsh opposite at rover


Westwick scores 4 goals in game 1
Walsh scors 2 goals in game 1

Westwick scores 2 goals in game 2
Walsh scores 1 goal in game 2



Vs Smith Falls - Mar 6 and 8th, 1906


Ottawa wins both games, 6-5 and 8-2


Westwick scores 2 goals in game 2

Ross (game 1) /Fraser (game 2) score 1 goal


Vs Montreal Wanderers - Mar 14 and 17th, 1906(ECAHA playoff series)

Ottawa looses game 1, 9-1 and win game 2, 9-3 (Wanderers annex title on goal differential)

Lester Patrick opposite at rover


Patrick scores 1 goal in game 1

Westwick scores 0

Patrick scores 3 goals in game 2

Westwick scores 1 goal


Totals:


Ottawa goes 13-3-1

Westwick 20 goals in 17 games

All opposing rovers score 16 goals in 17 games

(includes Joe Hall, Tommy Phillips, Si Griffis, Lester Patrick, Marty Waslsh)


Chronological Timeline of Career: (Game Reports, Scouting Reports, Post Career Testimony)


6 Jan 1896, Page 3 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores from slot.

The Ottawas attack on the Shamrocks goal became very numerous and dangerous. Drysdale stopped several swift shots, but eventually Westwick from in font of the goal pushed the puck through and the Ottawa had evened the score.



20 JAN 1896 - Nothing to note in Ottawa win.



27 JAN 1896 - Nothing to note in Ottawa loss.



3 Feb 1896, Page 3 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick clears puck out of danger

Westwick scores short time later


Vics almost got another goal immediately as the third game opened in scuffle in front of the Ottawa goal posts. Westwick at last relieved.

As the puck was going down the ice again Westwick took it from Cam Davidson, and bringing it up in front of the Vics fortress scored.



10 Feb 1896, Page 3 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores both goals in loss to league champion Vics.

Played splendid hockey.

Scarcely had the puck went down on the Victoria’s fortress and Westwick scored.

Soon after that a brilliant rush by White and Westwick gave the latter a shot at the Victoria goal, and he scored-just six minutes prior to the expiry of the half hours.

Kirby and Westwick being simply splendid in their play.



17 Feb 1896, Page 3 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Nothing to noted to report. Said all Ottawa F's played good game.

Scores 1 goal in 3-2 win




2 Mar 1896, 3 - Ottawa Daily Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores gamer winner in OT

Westwick best of all Ottawa F's


In the final sixteen minutes of play the Shamrocks were on the defensive most of the time. Westwick scored for the Ottawas, who deserved the match.

The defense of Ottawas put up a fine game. Of the forwards, Westwick outshone all others.



9 Mar 1896, Page 5 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick and Kirby noted to play thoroughly unselfish game unlike Alf Smith

Westwick scored 1 G in this game.


Westwick and Kirby filled their posts valiantly and unlike (Alf) Smith, they played a thoroughly unselfish combined game.



11 Jan 1897, Page 5 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick superb play throughout, best F on either side

Westwick’s play was superb throughout, the best of the forward showing on either side.



18 Jan 1897, Page 6 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick makes splendid rush and sharp pass to Smith for goal.

Westwick again showing his unselfish play early in his career.

Smith noted to hold onto puck too long.

Westwick scores goal on lone rush.

Westwick noted as doing wonderful work. Following up magnificently (think this means support of the C and wingers) and interference (defense) noted as very effective.


Finally Westwick got a run, took it down the side of the rink in splendid style, and not making Smith’s mistake made a sharp pass to center after dodging the cover point. Smith was there to take the pass, which he got a few feet in front of the goal, and he shot the puck through.

Two mintues after the second half started Westwick got loose and with a clear field carried the puck in on the Quebec flags and scored.

Westwick did wonderful work on the Ottawa forward line, his following up being magnificent, and his interference very effective.



1 Feb 1897, Page 7 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores tying goal at end of 1st half but timekeeper doesn't count it.

Game continues and Ottawa looses 1-0

Protest ensues and game is thrown out due to time keeper error. Will be replayed on 17th of Feb.




8 Feb 1897, Page 6 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick star of Ottawa F's in loss to league champs.

Pulled lions share of the load

Finest play seen in any match in Ottawa this season

Wonderful work in every way, following up, checking, rushing

Scores goal #1 from slot

Hurdles multiple sticks to score 2nd goal for Ottawa (they lost 4-2)

The lion’s share of the forward work fell to Harry Westwick and he put up the finest play seen in any match in Ottawa this year, except possibly the play of Davidson, among his opponents Saturday night.

Westwick did wonderful work in every way, whether in following up, checking, or rushing, and with proper assistance in some of his dashes might have reversed the score.

Billy Dey passed in front of the Victoria goal where Westwick was in waiting, and he shot it through.

After another face Westwick jumped over two or three hockey sticks and was close in on Mike Grant. Grant lifted the puck straight up in the air but Westwick was right on top of it when it came down and scored.



15 Feb 1897, Page 6 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick star of entire game.

Outplayed fellow HOF'er Mike Grant


Westwick was probably the star of the whole fourteen, and he outplayed Mike Grant several times.

The forwards played with a vim and dash and the defense was a veritable stone wall. That’s how Ottawa won.



18 Feb 1897, Page 6 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scored 1 goal but nothing else noted



22 Feb 1897, Page 6 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

As usual, Westwick star of the F line.

Ottawa lost game


As usual, Westwick was the star of the forward line.



1 Mar 1897, Page 6 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com
1 Mar 1897, 8 - Ottawa Daily Citizen at Newspapers.com

No game report unless I'm completely blind.



8 Mar 1897, Page 6 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Last game, Ottawa won but nothing noted. Basically just rosters posted.



19 Feb 1898, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick called one of the best all-around players in hockey.

When the Montreal and Ottawa teams meet at the Victoria rink on Saturday night there is sure to be more than ordinary interest and excitement, owing to the fact that Harry Westwick will make his first appearance on the ice after his reinstatement to the amateur ranks. The Ottawa team will greatly benefit by his being on the forward line, as he is one of the best all-around players today.



21 Feb 1898, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick star of game for Ottawa. Stamina noted but didn't get much help from teammates.


Westwick played the star game for the visitors.



21 Jan 1901, Page 6 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

2-2 Draw

Westwick and Sixsmith stars of the team.

Westwick scores both goals for Ottawa

Game finally called after Westwick couldn’t skate anymore in OT


Sixsmith and Westwick were the stars on the team.

Westwick at last made a nice lift (shot) and the puck went into the Victorias’ goal net.

The Victorias had pretty much their own way in the third game too, and the play was not going on long until Westwick made the puck count again for Ottawa (2nd goal).

Westwick’s lameness visibly increased, and he was hardly able to skate, but he was game.

Westwick finally could skate no longer and the teams mutually agreed to a draw.

Notes of the Game:
Westwick was game to the end.



18 Feb 1901, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick best of all Ottawa players

Always on puck and in perfect physical condition


Westwick on the Ottawa forward line played the best game for the home team. He was always on the puck and his condition was magnificent for he stood out the match to the end at which time he could spurt as fast as at the beginning.

Westwick was playing a terribly aggressive game for Ottawa, while Trihey was doing likewise for Shamrocks.

Notes:
Westwick is a daisy



6 Jan 1902, Page 6 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores game winner

Also notches assist

Up to “usual form”

Always where the puck was, checked opponents hard making sure shots

Westwick, who played behind center, was up to usual form and worked decidedly well. He was always where the puck was, checked his opponents hard and made sure shots.

Henry receiving it on a pass from Westwick, shot it through after tow minutes work. An attempt made by Westwick, fifteen yards from goal, put the puck between the Vics poles and the Ottawas had the victory.



13 Jan 1902, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick said to be slow, which is about the only instance I found. Extremely rare case as you’ll see above and below this

None of the Ottawa players seemed to play with his old time fire. The forward line was slow, a thing that Harry Westwick and Chik Henry can seldom be accused of.



20 Jan 1902, Page 6 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick plays hard game in loss

All over ice

Scores 1+1


Westwick was a hard worker on the forward line and covered considerable territory.

He passed the rubber to Westwick who was nearby. The latter gave it to Stuart who saw an opening and made a sure shot and scored Ottawas first goal after six and one half minutes.

He captured the puck, brought it close to the Montreal goal and there gave it to Westwick, who shot it in, and Ottawa had another goal scored after twelve and one half minutes. (Put Ottawa up 2-1)



27 Jan 1902, Page 10 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores only goal in 2-1 loss. Nothing else noted on him here



17 Feb 1902, Page 10 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Hod Stuart tries taking out Westwick with dirty tactics. Doesn’t work

Brawl breaks out including fans but Westwick doesn’t engage in questionable play

Westwick scores 2 goals in 8-0 rout of Quebec


While play was proceeding in the first half of the match Hod Stuart made what appeared to be a vicious crack at Westwick. This caused Harvey Pulford to rush at Stuart and hit him with his stick. Many of the spectators then ran onto the ice and it looked as if Stuart was in for trouble but the matter finally got straightened out.

However, it seemed hard work to get Stuart to playing again, but after being evidently prevailed upon by the Quebecs he resumed his place and the game proceeded.

A collision between him and Westwick in the second half also came nearly leading to a number of spectators taking a hand in proceedings. Members of the Ottawa team were by no means guiltless of introducing questionable tactics into their work and Pulford Henry and Bruce Stewart occasionally did thing so Quebec men that were not allowed by the regulations.



24 Feb 1902, 6 - The Gazette at Newspapers.com

Westwick called star of Ottawa

Scores goal in win

Ref was apparently not good and calling far too many cheap penalties.

Extremely rare multi penalty game against Westwick

A conspicuous feature of the match was the number of rulings off. Many thought that the ruling official Percy Quinn was unnecessary severe, sending men off the ice, but with more generous official in charge a rough house match would have probably been the outcome.

The team fought 21 minutes before the second goal was cored. This time Ottawa was again the winner and Westwick, its star, was the scorer.

During the game the play was fierce and the players worked like Trojans and there were twelve disqualifications, but the offense in most instances were of trivial nature in the etiquette of the sport.

It was then that Spittal, Pulford and Westwick were disqualified in rapid succession, leaving Ottawa with three players beside a goalkeeper. Ottawa got angry when Westwick was told to go to the fence and the tema threatened to leave the ice, but after a protest they submitted to the referees decision.



5 Jan 1903, Page 10 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

1 goal 2 assist in 5-4 loss to Bowie and Vics. Bowie scores 2 goals

Westwick was star of game


Skating speed noted. Said to be able to "give them all cards in the game of skating and then beat them out.

Elite stamina

Didn't get help from teammates


Harry Westwick was the star of the game. Time and again he shot down the ice like a lightning flash athwart an inky black cloud, but too often he had no one to help him. From whistle to whistle his speed showed no let up and as he flew over the ice from one end of the rink to the other with the elusive, the spectators cheer him to the echo.

The Rat’s shot was wide but the puck went into a scrimmage directly before the Vics citadel and W. Gilmour rolled it in.

From behind the net Westwick passed fast to Suddy Gimore, who found an opening and scored.

Spittal intercepted a pass and with Westwick and W. Gilmore by his side and his opponents forwards behind him a score was inevitable. Nichol was drawn out and a scrimmage resulted from which Westwick sent the rubber chasing into the net.

Notes:
Westwick can give them all cards in the game of skating and then beat them out.



19 Jan 1903, Page 10 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores 2 goals with battered hand (near to a pulp) in win.

Elite toughness/grit again noted in post-game notes


McGee secured the puck at the face off, passed it to Gilmour and he passed to Westwick who sent it past Nicholson into the net.

The combination was good. McGee passed to Westwick, he did the trick and the score stood.

Notes of the Game:

Harry Westwick is anything but a quitter. He played with his hand battered almost to pulp.

Every player on the ice suffered heavy punishment.



9 Feb 1903, Page 10 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick not as effective this game but injured arm noted as reason for this.

Also managed to score a goal

Draws penalty against




16 Feb 1903, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick noted as playing very aggressive and strong games.

Westwick supported McGee well

Rat scores 2+1


McGee and Westwick were very aggressive and playing strong games. The former’s dashes were brilliant and he was well supported by the Rat. Frank’s shooting was not up to the standard he has established however.

Then after 4 minutes W. Gimour, McGee and Westwick made a stellar combination rush and Westwick scored. Score, 1-0.

He was stopped by Moore, who passed to S. Gilmour and he to Westwick, who went down the ice on the tear, passed to S. Gilmour, he to McGee and the puck went into the net. Score 4-0.

The referee ordered a face-off in front of the flags and from it Westwick scored. Score 9-3.



9 Mar 1903, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

The famous “skate off the ice with bone sticking out of his leg” game

Strachan of the Vics might have had the dirtiest game of all time. Seeing his name pop up numerous times in this time period, he makes the Simon's and McSorely's of the world look rather tame.

It took 3 deliberate wacks with the stick to break his leg.


Westwick skated off "pluckily", on his own power and then watched rest of game from side after leg was stabilized.

“Certainly the Rat is supercharged with grit”

Before getting deliberately knocked out Westwick shut out Bowie head to head


Strachan the Vics center, was on the team seemingly with the sole object the disabling of Ottawa players.

Twice he struck Frank McGee on the head with malice aforethought. Once he treated Suddie Gilmour similarly and he wound up by breaking a bone in Harry Westwick’s right leg, by striking him with his stick. It was the third time that Strachan had struck Harry on the same shin and it was the finish the game for Ottawa’s rover for this season.

Westwick skated off the ice with the bone protruding through the skin. Dr. Kirby and Dr AT Shillington fixed the leg up with splints and he was carried out to a box from which he watched the rest of the match.

Certainly the Rat is surcharged with grit.

Bowie made two good rushes, but Westwick stopped the first and the shot from the second was wide.

Westwick broke up another rush by Bowie and Pulford lifted into the crowd.


Westwick was struck on the right leg, just above the ankle by Bert Strachan, and a small bone was broken. The bone was forced right through the skin, but Harry pluckily skated to the end of the rink and walked to the dressing room.



31 Dec 1903, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Huge game for Westwick

3+2 for the Rat

Other coach singled out Westwick and McGee as the reason for Ottawa winning


Richards made a rush but lost to McGee, who came down, passed to Westwick, he to Mcgee whose shot went into the net.

Gilmour got the puck, skated the rink’s length, passed to McGee, who went over it. Westwick got the puck and scored on a quick shot.

McGee took the puck at the faceoff, dashed up and had a shot which was stopped. The disc jumped back to Westwick who sent it into the net.

Westwick blocked Breen’s rush, ran in and passed to Gilmour, who scored.

Smith went on. The Ottawa’s rushed and McGee passed to Westwick, who scored.

To a Citizen reporter after the match, Manager Manning, of the Rowing Club, said:

“The result was great surprise to us all. The Ottawas are an excellent combination and they seemed in a class by themselves. It was their centers that won, for Westwick and McGee broke through every time. Our men couldn’t hold them at all and most of the goals were scored by those two.”



2 Jan 1904, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

-1+1
With him on the fence Gilmour, McGee and Westwick engineered a rush that resulted in a score, Westwick doing the trick.

Gilmour got the puck, evaded Breen, passed to McGee, he to Westwick, he to Gilmour, he to Smith and on a beautiful side shot Smith scored.



5 Jan 1904, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick outplays fellow HOF’er Bullet Joe Hall

Has 1 assist in 2-0 win

The forwards were a closely matched bunch. Westwick outshone Hall, but McGee and Breen kept neck and neck, each sticking to each other like burrs to a coat.

Westwick recovered it and shot. A. Brown blocked but McGee batted the rubber in for the first goal of the match.



11 Jan 1904, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores 2 goals

Defense cited


Smith’s shot was wide and on the return Ottawa secured and went down and on a pass from Frank McGee, Westwick scored Ottawa’s second.

Molson broke through the Ottawa line but Westwick caught him.

Hutton later took care of some that looked like sure scores. But after six minutes Westwick notched another for Ottawa.



18 Jan 1904, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

-Goal+2 assists in 8-3 win

Montreal made several ineffectual attempts to beat Hutton out and after a pretty piece of combination, Smith netted Ottawas first from a pass by Westwick.

The third goal went to Ottawa, Westwick doing the trick from a three-man rush.

Gilmour went down and passed out to Weswick. The Rat returned it and Suddie tore off another (goal).



8 Feb 1904, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick big game.

1+3


Westwick took it down again and McGee scored

Shamrocks also got in dangerously on several occasions but Westwick finally took the puck down and in the resulting attack, Gilmour scored.

The Ottawa line was doing very spectacular work but the green-shirts defense was good and held them off well.

Westwick went the length of the ice and scored Ottawa’s seventh.

Westwick, McGee and Smith essayed a rush and Smith scored again.



26 Feb 1904, 6 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

1 goal 3 assists in blowout win.

On Phillips pass to Birmingham at center Westwick secured and scoring neatly on Westwick’s pass right in on goal was McGee.

Hutton stopped a chance shot by Birmhingham and on the return Smith centered to Westwick who took another.

Westwick gave to Smith who scored from the side.

Pulford took the puck down but the rubber missed the net and Westwick secured behind and passed out to McGee, who slammed it in.



12 Mar 1904, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick defense cited.

Got 1 assist late in game


It was astonishing to see the speed and science exhibited by the line and when Brandon got through it was only to have McGee or Westwick to with before they had got yards away. Both men showed great form and covered an immense amount of territory and at terrific pace all evening.



9 Jan 1905, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick big game, scores 2+1 in win over other other dominant team, the Wanderers.

Forward line was noted to have worked well together


From a pass of Smith’s, Westwick found the spot again.

The fifth game was the shortest of the entire match. It went to Ottawa mainly through the single handed efforts of Westwick. Almost from the face off the Rat went through the entire Wanderer team alone and scored.

White inaugurated the attack which counted, Westwick carried it on and McGee landed it in the proper place neatly.



6 Feb 1905, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores first 2 goals of game and finished with 4+1


Finally Smith passed to the Rat who scored.

Smith and Rat worked it in past Walford and Griffith and the Rat scored again.

Smith went around the goal and passed out to Westwick but the Rat’s shot went wide. McGee scored the next time, however on a similar pass from the Rat.

McGee and the Rat engineered the next one, the Rat scoring.

Westwick scored the next on a pass from Smith.



24 Jan 1905, 2 - The Gazette at Newspapers.com

Westwick called star of Ottawa F’s.

Scores 1 goal in 5-3 loss


Westwick was the star of the Ottawa line and with him, McGee and Smith shared honors.



2 Feb 1905, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores 2+1 in 7-3 win

After five minutes play another rush by the Ottawa line ended in a pass from McGee to the Rat who scored.

Flipping the rubber back and forth and as the line reached Clerence McDonald at point, the Rat passed to McGee whose shot found the net.

It was only a minute or two when the Rat and Smith worked in, spanned Clarence McDonald and the Rat scored.



9 Feb 1905, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores 4 goals w/ 1 assist in 7-0 win

Draws multiple penalties against

Heady play noted


Smith was the next to take the rail and Shirreff followed for hitting Westwick.

Shore came on and with McGee and the Rat went in on McDonald and Kerr, and the Rat’s shot found the net.

McRobie came on again but Smith and Westwick worked a neat piece of combination and the latter scored.

McDonald fouled Westwick behind Kerr’s goal and was put off.

McDonald came on again but the Rat got the puck behind center and with a dizzy dash raced down with it alone, dodging everyone, shot it into the net.

McGee and the Rat attacked but missed and Lannon, offside, waiting for the Rat to touch the puck but the Rat fooled him, lifting the puck between his legs taking it again. He passed to McGee whose shot scored.



13 Feb 1905, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Scores 1+1 in 4-2 win over Wanderers (most dominant team in league)

Westwick draws another penalty

Assists on game winning goal and ices game late with goal of his own


Glass was ruled off for tripping Westwick.

On the return Smith, Westwick and McGee got going and worked in past Boon. When Strachan made for Westwick, who had the puck, the Rat flipped it to McGee in front of the net and in it went.

The Rat got the puck at the center and raced in with it so swift that he cheers had not begun to subside after the other goal when they broke out again louder than ever and the remaining 45 seconds of playing time passed amid a hubbub indescribable. The Wanderers were at their wits end.



8 Mar 1905, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick only Ottawa F to have played a first class game

SCF challenge game vs Rat Portage Game 1

RP noted as fastest and best classed team to ever play in the east

Westwick scored 1+1 in a 9-3 loss

Takes massive hit from Si Griffis, gets up "gamely

Drew a penalty and was repeatedly slashed which the refs didn't see apparently.

Did take a rare penalty himself as well


Westwick was the only player in the Ottawa forward line who kept in the category of first class. It was a pity he marred his exhibition by having to be sent to the fence.

Bellefeuille was penalized three and a half minutes for tripping Westick.

Bellefeuille made some wicked slashes at the Rat but was unnoticed by the officials.

Westwick was fenced for tripping (noted above) Bellefeuille.

For Ottawa it did not appear that any of them played up to form, but Westwick and Smith worked like demons till they could do no more.

Smith followed up and down beyond center he shot. Brown partially stopped it but the elusive disc rolled between his legs and Westwick was on it with the bound of a demon. He had a clear shot on Giroux and scored a clean cut goal. The crowed went wild for a while minute.

Westwick went to the ice from a vicious body given by Griffis, but the Rat got up gamely and dug in again just as the whistle for half time sounded.

It happened shortly after play recommenced and was all done on a rush of Westwick’s and a pass to Shore. The latter crowed in on the net and worked the puck past Giroux on the same sensational play he had carried out in the first half.



10 Mar 1905, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Nothing really noted about Westwick in Game 2 other than he was “up to finest form”

Had foot sliced open pretty badly (see next game report) this game

Did notch assist on 1st goal. Ottawa wins 4-2, forcing decisive game 3

Took 1 tripping penalty


Smith played his old time tricky game and Westwick was up to his finest form.

There as a short delay while a players boot was fixed up and from the face off at center Alf Smith took Westick’s pass and tore straight down the center of ice. He shot from Bellefeuille’s check and planted the rubber past Brown and Giroux right in the center of the net amidst wild enthusiasm.



13 Mar 1905, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores huge goal in decisive game 3 of SCF vs Rat Portage

Played heroic game with foot sliced open from game 2.

Played cleanest game of all F’s

Hurdling of sticks and quick bursts delighted all

Avoided the worst of the punishment due to his wonderful agility

Scores massive goal to put Ottawa up 4-3 late in game (Rat Portage would tie and then Frank McGee would get the game winner)


Westwick’s game was the cleanest of all the forwards. His hurdling of sticks and his short quick spurts in and out were the delight of all. Considering the fact that his foot was split open in Thursday’s game, and injury he never showed, he played a heroic game. He seemed to escape the body work of which Smith, Gilmour, McGee and Pulford were the victims. It is attributed to his wonderful agility.

Westwick gave the westerners an exhibition of jumping and dodging that evoked their heartiest applause, but they felt a shock of heat sickness when he got as far as Brown without long the puck and pounded it into Gouv’s net.



8 Jan 1906, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick tricky as ever with serpentine dashes and juggling of puck was remarkable

Called stellar performer for Ottawa

Scores GW goal (scored with game tied 3-3) late in game


Westwick was as tricky as ever and had his opponents guessing with his serpentine dashes.

Gilmour dashed up the side, and his shot was blocked by Moran. Before the latter could relieve Westwick had the puck and put it in the net.

The stellar performer for Ottawa however, was Westwick. The little man is certainly a wonder and his juggling of the puck was remarkable.



15 Jan 1906, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick plays hurt

Played well in first half but faded some in 2nd due to heavy ice

Still managed to get into combinations w/ other F’s


Westwick was not in the best of shape and while he played his usual brilliant and tricky game in the first half the heavy ice told on him in the last period and he was not as effective as usual, although he got into many of the combinations that turned seeming defeat into victory in the final period.



22 Jan 1906, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick hardest working player of game

Always in thickest of fray

Noted to be invaluable to his team despite no goals

Fed other forwards “most generously”

Westwick was the hardest worker on the ice and that rugged little chap was forever in the thickest of the fray. Though he did not score any goals, he was invaluable to his team, as he fed the other forwards most generously.



29 Jan 1906, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick plays best game of season vs Vics

Has at least 2+2

Backchecking noted to be of incalculable value in keeping Vics score down


Gets players to lose their temper and draws penalty later in game

Westwick’s Good Work:

For Ottawa, Harry Westwick played his best game of the season. His work was rarely of the showy kind but the manner in which he took part in a rush and followed back when the puck was lost proved to be of incalculable value to the Ottawas keeping the score of their opponents down.

Westwick scored from a scuffle in front of the goal. Frye gave the first evidence of his temper by cross checking Westwick, but he was let off with a warning.

Nice dashed marked the opening of the ninth game, the goal being scored by McGee after a series of passes by Westwick and Alf Smith.

Westwick made several jabs at the net without interference until he placed the disc behind the Vics goal.

The whole Ottawa forward line bore in on Frey but the made a phenomenal stop. He paid his respects to Westwick and was penalized.

Westwick who was putting up a marvelous game passed to Harry Smith at center and the latter went by the Vics defense adding to Ottawa’s total.

Westwick and Alf Smith connected in a long rush. Harry Smith took the puck on a pass from his brother and scored.



5 Feb 1906, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

-Westwick noted to play a fair game

-1 assist in 5-3 loss




12 Mar 1906, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

-Bags 4 goals in win over Quebec




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9 Mar 1906, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick huge SCF challenge game

Scores 2 goals

Hurdled sticks and went through defense time and time again

Very strong back checking noted.

Gave stiff replies to the checks he received


The forward line was in magnificent shape despite the heavy going and Westwick in particular seemed to be in his best playing mood. He hurdled sticks and worked the puck through a maze of Falls’ players tie and again and clung to his check like a hero, handing out some stiff replies to the bumping he frequently received.



15 Mar 1906, 2 - The Gazette at Newspapers.com

Westwick has poor game among others on Ottawa as Wanderers steamroll in game 1.

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19 Mar 1906, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick heavy 2 way play noted as Ottawa wins game 2 9-3 but falls 2 short in goal differential.


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7 Jan 1907, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Even when he's not great his back checking is still noted.


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14 Jan 1907, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick plays great in loss to Wanderers

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21 Jan 1907, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick bags 4 goals.


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24 Jan 1907, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick teamwork w/ linemates cited. Rapid passing.

Westwick and Smith not quite as fast as Kenora but made up for it with heady playing, lightning fast passing, remarkable shooting and always being on puck.


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28 Jan 1907, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick vs Bowie

Westwick did most spectacular work

1+1 for Rat


The Ottawa forwards checked back as they never did before. Harry Smith and Westwick did the most spectacular work, the former scoring 5 goals.

Westwick and Harry Smith renewed the tattack and Westwick gave Shore a splendid chance. Ottawa 8 Vics 3.

Westwick however, tallied the next after a great scrimmage near the Victoria net. Ottawa 10 Vics 7.



4 Feb 1907, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick scores 1 G – Nothing else noted



8 Feb 1907, 2 - Nanaimo Daily News at Newspapers.com

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11 Feb 1907, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick plays great even with bad cold


Harry Westwick was suffering from a bad cold, but played in good form, nevertheless. He is just as speedy as in the day when Quebec and Ottawa battle for the championship, and gave the local defense a busy evening.



18 Feb 1907, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick elite game vs Bowie 3 G 2 A (Has points on opening 3 goals)

Bowie had 2 G

For FIVE minutes in the first half, Lesueur, Alf Smith, Westwick and Shore were forced to play against six of their opponents. Ottawa suffered most in penalties, and though Chauncy Kirby’s decisions were square, Referee Brown gave Ottawa two or three rather raw deals. On one occasion he sent Pulford ot the fence for nothing more than a heavy body check.

Alf Smith and Westwick again covered themselves with glory.

Victorias weak defense was again in evidence, the Ottawa forwards sweeping through Davidson, Magor and Howard with comparative ease.

Russell Bowie, however, was the star. His stick handling and shooting were excellent and his sly trick of loafing in front of the Ottawa nets resulted in 3 of the 7 Victoria goals.

Bowie was in on Lesueur with every rush and once he was flying head over heels into the Ottawa nets. Baird and Pulford gave him some fearful tosses, but Bowie took them good naturedly, coming up with a smile on every occasion.

Blair Russell also did exceptionally good work.

Pulford bodied Bowie and Westwick purloined the rubber and stole down the north side. Westwick dodged Howard neatly and passed to Alf Smith who scored. Ottawa 1 Vics 0

Frye stopped a hot one from Harry Smith and then from Westwick. The rubber bounded off Frye and Alf Smith was on it like a flash, batting it in from the side of the net. Ottawa 2 Vics 0.

One minute later there was a scrimmage in front of the Victoria nets. Frye stopped it twice and Westwick finally struck the right spot. Ottawa 3 Vics 0.

The eight went to Bowie, the visiting captain making a stellar run from end to end. It was a real pretty piece of work and the crowd gave Bowie the glad hand as he skated back to his position. Ottawa 6 Vics 2.

Alf Smith rushed at top speed and passed to Westwick. Frye skated out to meet him but Westwick side stepped and slid it into the nets. Ottawa 16 Vics 7.

Notes of game:

Westwick was the peer of them all in stick handling.

Bowie is certainly a great player.

After the match Russell Bowie elbowed his way into the Ottawa dressing room and congratulated all the players. “Bowie always was a game loser” one of the Senators remarked.



4 Mar 1907, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick played well most of game.

Scored 1+1

Westwick showed up well in the greater park of the game but towards the end his shooting was a little off color. He did some of the prettiest stick handling of the game at certain points, and would take the puck through the entire bunch only to be stopped by Patrick or Hern.



19 Mar 1907, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick playing for Kenora in SCC

Westwick beats piss out of Joe Hall. Hall can't continue and Brandon struggles nightly after.

Rat was "particularly brilliant"

Smith and Westwick Played Wonderful Game for Winners:


Smith and Westwick both got to Hall. Up to that time there were indications of animosity between these men and then something suddenly occurred, off in the quiet corner between Westwick and Hall, after which the latter retired with a broken thumb and a very large black eye.

Bellamy replaced Hall but the change weakened Brandon’s forward line, and though the new man worked hard and played clever article he was lacking in experience.

In Saturday’s match Whitcrof and Phllips did most of the rushing with Smith and Westwick trailing in the rear, seldom touching the puck and passing wild.

Tonight however, Smith and Westwick were the life of the Kenora line. From beginning to end they were all over the ice, checking back fiercely and playing dazzling combination.

Westwick was particularly brilliant and tallied one goal after a magnificent rush with Smith at his side. The two were only men on the Kenora forward line at one stage and the work which they then performed was nothing short of phenomenal. They outplayed Ross, Hall and other Brandon stars time and again.

Westwick and Smith had their covers beaten to a standstill and, at the same time, their play was not selfish. Phillips has the greatest of trouble in keeping up with the terrific pace cut out by the easterners and it was not unusual to see the great Kenora captain bringing up the rear with Smith and Westwick shooting yards ahead, batting the puck from one to another and eluding the Brandon players as if they were wooden men.

"Stop Smithy and Westwick” were cries heard on all sides, but Smith and his partner refused to be stopped and were playing just as brilliantly at the close as at the start.

Whitcroft tallied three of the Kenora four goals, but it was Smith and Westwick who carried the puck down on each occasion. Brandon made a big mistake in watching the Ottawa forwards too closely at time and Smith and Westwick frequently drew the Wheat City defense out and snapped it over to Phillips or Whitcroft for a shot on goal.



23 Mar 1907, Page 6 - The Winnipeg Tribune at Newspapers.com

Westwick mini scouting report when he briefly played for Kenora

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25 Mar 1907, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick plays incredible in loss to Wanderers in SCC.

2 A for Westwick.

Rest of Kenora team was awful. Smith and Westwick only players who showed up

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6 Jan 1908, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick plays great in loss
Westwick shone throughout, and Taylor also upheld his reputation, his speed being phenomenal.

Westwick’s checking was very effective, and his following back repeatedly played havoc with the Quebec.



13 Jan 1908, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick “easily one of the prettiest stick handlers in the game"

Has all kinds of speed (in last season)

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13 Jan 1908, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick elite game against Wanderers

Deadly shooting, speedy following back, effective checking and heady work in tight corners noted as features by Ottawa forwards

Westwick noted to always be checking back w/ speed of locomotive

Played D at times

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20 Jan 1908, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Noted to have worked like beaver in 1 goal loss. Nothing else....



27 Jan 1908, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Westwick big game offensively

Outscores Bowie

Rat has 2+1


Westwick made some nice plays and assisted materially (significantly) in the scoring.



3 Feb 1908, Page 2 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

1+2 nothing specific noted.



10 Feb 1908, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick monster game

Idol of crowd, hurdling, sidestepping attacks brought cheers

All over ice

Played D when Pulford went off and blocked innumerable attemps

Pulford returns and Rat scores on lone rush


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17 Feb 1908, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Bowie shut down by Westwick/Walsh

SH brilliance noted

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24 Feb 1908, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Westwick checking back a feature.

Scores another from in close.


Westwick and Walsh worked like Trojans in the center.

The checking back was a feature of the Ottawa line’s work.

Westwick again proving the handy man in this respect.


Occasionally Taylor would go down, and Shamrocks would come tearing back, expecting to have no one but Pulford to block them but Westwick would come tearing up through the broken line, and Shamrocks would find the puck taken from them by the wily Ottawa rover just when their chances of scoring looked brightest.

Walsh and Smith sent the rubber in front to Westwick, and Westwick batted it through. Ottawa 1 Shamrocks 0.

And a few minutes later Pulford went off after a collision with McNamara. Westwick dropped back to cover.



2 Mar 1908, 8 - The Gazette at Newspapers.com

Even when Westwick isn’t prominent he’s still doing positive things

Walsh was effectively tied up in centre ice, and Westwick was never very prominent. Both he and Walsh, however, did a lot of telling work in breaking up plays.



9 Mar 1908, 8 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Harry Westwick played a rattling good game and it was he who gave Walsh many golden opportunities.



28 Dec 1907, 17 - The Ottawa Citizen at Newspapers.com

Wonderful bio on Westwick late in his career

Westwick frequently referred to as the "gamest hockey player in Canada"

No forward in all of Canada who plays the rover position better than Westwick

Very good lacrosse player

Achieved even more fame in hockey though

Turned down multiple offers from Western teams

Name known from ocean to ocean one of the most popular players

Toughness again noted

Clean, manly player who is well liked even in opposing cities

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4 Apr 1957, Page 1 - The Ottawa Journal at Newspapers.com

Post death bio

Front page news in 1957

Noted as one of the greatest all around athletes in Canada

Remarkably courageous player, clean, but didn't back down from anyone

Lalonde, Gorman, and others pay tribute

Lalonde says Westwick was one of finest skaters he ever saw and was a true gentlemen, very clean player

Gorman says Westwick would have won the Byng trophy every year had award existed

Easy going athlete who never had a bad word said about him

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Wayne Gretzky !!!


Wayne Gretzky said:
Those two guys just don't seem to like me, but they have their rights and opinions. Mr. Beddoes and Mr. Fischler cut me up as a person. That's when I look at the distance to second place. That makes me thing, 'if I'm that bad, what's it make them?'

I'm caught in circumstances I don't want to be caught in. I'm being compared with Howie Morenz, Gordie Howe, Bobby Orr, Maurice Richard and others. I'm not saying I'm better. Every era it changes. Maybe ten years ago I couldn't play. This style I can play.

It's not my fault I play in this era.


Award and Achievements:

4 x Stanley Cup Champion (1984, 1985, 1987, 1988)

2 x Conn Smythe Winner (1985, 1988)
9 x Hart Trophy Winner (1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1989)

8 x First Team All-Star (1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1989)
7 x Second Team All-Star (1980, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1994, 1997, 1998)

Hart voting - 1st(1980), 1st(1981), 1st(1982), 1st(1983), 1st(1984), 1st(1985), 1st(1986), 1st(1987), 1st(1989), 2nd(1991), 3rd(1988), 4th(1990), 5th(1998)
All-Star voting - 1st(1981), 1st(1982), 1st(1983), 1st(1984), 1st(1985), 1st(1986), 1st(1987), 1st(1991), 2nd(1980), 2nd(1988), 2nd(1989), 2nd(1990), 2nd(1994), 2nd(1997), 2nd(1998), 3rd(1992)
Lady Byng voting - 1st(1980), 1st(1991), 1st(1992), 1st(1994), 1st(1999), 2nd(1981), 2nd(1997), 2nd(1988), 2nd(1989), 2nd(1990), 3rd(1982), 3rd(1998), 5th(1983), 5th(1997), 6th(1984), 7th(1986)


3 x Canada Cup Winner (1984, 1987, 1991)

Canada Cup MVP (1987)
3 x Canada Cup All-Star (1984, 1987, 1991)
World Championship All-Star (1982)

Scoring Accomplishments:
Point - 1st(1980), 1st(1981), 1st(1982), 1st(1983), 1st(1984), 1st(1985), 1st(1986), 1st(1987), 1st(1990), 1st(1991), 1st(1994), 2nd(1988), 2nd(1989), 3rd(1992), 3rd(1998), 4th(1997)
Goals - 1st(1982), 1st(1983), 1st(1984), 1st(1985), 1st(1987), 4th(1981), 4th(1989), 5th(1980), 6th(1986)
Assists - 1st(1980), 1st(1981), 1st(1982), 1st(1983), 1st(1984), 1st(1985), 1st(1986), 1st(1987), 1st(1988), 1st(1989), 1st(1990), 1st(1991), 1st(1992), 1st(1994), 1st(1997), 1st(1998), 5th(1996), 6th(1999), 9th(1995)

Even Strength Points - 1st(1980), 1st(1981), 1st(1982), 1st(1983), 1st(1984), 1st(1985), 1st(1986), 1st(1987), 1st(1988), 1st(1990), 1st(1991), 3rd(1989), 3rd(1998), 6th(1994), 6th(1997), 8th(1992)

Play-off Points - 1st(1983), 1st(1984), 1st(1985), 1st(1987), 1st(1988), 1st(1993), 3rd(1986), 5th(1989), 6th(1981), 7th(1998)
Play-off Goals - 1st(1993), 2nd(1984), 2nd(1985), 3rd(1988), 4th(1983), 4th(1998), 6th(1986)
Play-off Assists - 1st(1983), 1st(1984), 1st(1985), 1st(1987), 1st(1988), 1st(1993), 2nd(1989), 4th(1996), 6th(1981), 6th(1986), 9th(1998)

Play-off Points pre Game - 1st(1981), 1st(1982), 3rd(1990)


Canada Cup Points - 1st(1981), 1st(1984), 1st(1987), 1st(1991)
Canada Cup Goals - 2nd(1991), 3rd(1981), 4th(1984), 8th(1987)
Canada Cup Assists - 1st(1987), 1st(1991), 3rd(1984), 4th(1981)

World Cup Points - 3rd(1996)
World Cup Goals - 6th(1996)
World Cup Assists - 5th(1996)

Olympic Assists - 6th(1998)

World Championship Points - 1st(1982)
World Championship Goals - 3rd(1982)
World Championship Assists - 2nd(1982)


5-Year Peak: 1982 to 1986
1st in Points, 166% of second place Mike Bossy
1st in Goals, 128% of second place Mike Bossy
1st in Assists, 169% of second place Peter Stastny

1st in Short-Handed Points, 233% of second place Mark Messier

1st in Play-offs Points
1st in Play-off Goals
1st in Play-off Assists

10-Year Peak: 1980 to 1989
1st in Points, 186% of second place Peter Stastny
1st in Goals, 141% of second place Jari Kurri
1st in Assists, 190% of second place Peter Stastny

1st in Short-Handed Points, 178% of second place Mark Messier

1st in Play-offs Points
1st in Play-off Goals
1st in Play-off Assists


Scoring Percentages:
Points - 169(1984), 169(1987), 158(1983), 154(1985), 152(1986), 144(1982), 142(1991), 121(1981), 121(1989), 114(1988), 110(1990), 108(1994), 104(1992), 100(1980), 99(1998), 89(1997), 85(1996), 69(1995), 58(1999)

Best 6 Seasons: 946


Even Strength Points - 172(1985), 169(1982), 163(1987), 159(1986), 150(1984), 147(1983), 141(1991), 135(1990), 133(1988), 121(1981), 120(1989), 110(1980), 94(1998), 90(1997), 89(1994), 85(1992), 71(1996), 55(1995)

Best 6 Seasons: 960





Legends of Hockey said:
His style was unique and almost impenetrable. The area behind the opposition goal was dubbed "Gretzky's office" because it was from there that he made so many perfect passes for goals. He was equally known for using the trailing man on rushes rather than a man skating ahead of him. Gretzky would come in over the blue line and then curl, waiting for a defenseman, often Coffey, to join the rush and create a great scoring chance. When on the ice to kill penalties, Gretzky wasn't looking to ice the puck in a defensive role; he was looking to take the other team by surprise, to take advantage of their defenselessness to score shorthanded. The result was goals and more goals - the Oilers scoring 400 a season as a matter of routine - and Gretzky won the scoring race virtually every year in the 1980s.

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Gretzky played in the NHL's All-Star Game every year he was in the league and was the first player to be named game MVP with three different teams. Internationally, his record is unparalleled among NHL players. After the World Juniors in 1978, he played in the World Championship in 1982, suiting up for his first game for Canada just 24 hours after the Oilers had been eliminated from the 1982 playoffs. The proudest of all Canadians ever to wear the national red and white sweater, he also played in each Canada Cup in 1981, 1984, 1987 and 1991. Each time he led the tournament in scoring, and only in his first year, 1981, did the team fail to claim the title of world champion.

1981 Player Poll
First Player to Start a Franchise
Best Young Player
Player Most Valuable to His Team
Most Natural Talent
Best Hockey Sense
3rd Best Center

1984 Coaches Poll
2nd Best Shot
1st Best Stickhandler
1st Best Playmaker
1st Best Passer
1st Most Dangerous Near Goal
1st Smartest Player
3rd Best Penalty Killer
4th Hardest Worker
1st Most Colorful Player
1st Most Natural Ability
1st MVP
1st Player to Start a Franchise

1990 Player Poll
2nd Best Player
1st Player to Start a Franchise
2nd Best All-Around Player
1st Toughest to Defend Against
2nd Best Puckhandler
1st Best Playmaker

1993 Coaches Poll
2nd Smartest Player
1 vote Best Stickhandler

1994 Coaches Poll
2nd Best Player
4th Best Stickhandler
1st Smartest Player
1st Best Playmaker
1 vote Best Defensive Forward


Ultimate Hockey - In a Flash 1980s said:
Wayne Gretzky is the all-time king of the pass. The man who needs no introduction racked up better than 100 assists in 11 of his first 12 NHL seasons for a total of 1,424. His combination plays with the likes of Jari Kurri and the blazing Paul Coffey were deadly.

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Wayne Gretzky has shown the uncanny ability to know exactly where everybody is on the ice at all times. He was a slippery, unhittable point-pig.

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Wayne Gretzky was not just another pretty face. Harry Neale once said, "Coming up the ice, Gretzky is thoroughly unpredictable. He is like a soccer player who kicks the ball into open space and suddenly a teammate is there. His anticipation is uncanny. He knows the area and is totally aware."

Ultimate Hockey - In a Flash 1990s said:
Wayne Gretzky had eyes in the back of his head. He was quite simply the finest passer in the history of the sport. He had almost 2,000 assists over 20 years.

Ultimate Hockey's Best Passer of the 1980s
Ultimate Hockey's Best Instincts of the 1980s
Ultimate Hockey's Smartest Player of the 1980s
Ultimate Hockey's Best Passer of the 1990s
Ultimate Hockey's Best Instincts of the 1990s

Who's Who in Hockey said:
His quick thinking, lightning quick passes and uncanny ability to zero in on a target would raise the performance bar for all future players and alter the sport forever.

In his prime, he was the most consistent threat and impenetrable force ever seen in the NHL.

United Athletes said:
The captain of the Oilers had physical abilities that surpass widely the common average. Skilful with the stick, he was able to maneuver easily with the puck. Fast and agile on his skates, he was able to create space for himself in order to see the game better. It is exactly with these abilities that he had a step ahead of the other guys. Gretzky had a lithe build with a matchless will. He did not have the physiognomy of the typical hockey player, which is centered on physical power. Therefore, he had to use his unique qualities in order to be at the top on the ice rink.
Like the matador who deceives the ferocious bull by a precise movement of the red cape, Gretzky got around the opponents either by a skilful gesture or by an accurate pass to a teammate. His movements transcended ease. He succeeded to be the best player on ice because of his talent, but also with his intelligence and his unequalled comprehension of the game.

Indeed, Gretzky understood the fundamental essence of the game. With his technical qualities of hockey and his comprehension almost supernatural, he always knew what to do. Even under the toughest opponent's pressure, he was calm. Whatever the situation, he knew if he should pass, shoot or keep the puck a little bit longer. One thing is sure, he was a split second ahead of every other player.

With his unequalled comprehension of the game, a proven handling of the stick and exceptional peripheral vision, Gretzky was an outstanding passer who could easily find an open man. His 1,962 passes during the regular season prove without a doubt his passing abilities. In a situation of two against one, 99 was pitiless. His passes floated just above the stick of defensemen and finished their way onto the stick of one of his teammates. Jari Kurri, Mark Messier, Glenn Anderson and of course Bernie Nicholls have surely thanked many times the Almighty for the arrival of Gretzky to their team.

The Gretzky frenzy reached a culminating point when the media assigned to him as his office the back of the opponent's net! Gretzky has stated clearly that it is advantageous to create plays from the zone at the back of the net. "You've got the whole play in front of you and with the defensemen's and goalie's backs to you". Indeed, he fed with profusion his teammates from that point. The opposing players were all confused between the fact that they had to keep an eye on their player and that Gretzky was enjoying himself behind the net. The Gretzky passes were so precise that his teammates had only to push the puck into the goal. When he was behind the opponent's net with the puck, the palpitations of the fans increased, because everybody knew that a spectacular play was imminent.

The marvelous 99 was not only a great passer, he was an awesome goalscorer. He touched the bottom of the net so often that it would take at least five hours to view all of his goals. During twelve seasons, he managed to score more than forty goals. Gretzky excelled at this level, because he was fast, was a good stick handler, had an extraordinary sense of anticipation and an accurate slap shot. How many times has he entered into the opponent's zone at full speed and made a well aimed shot? Mike Liut, Patrick Roy, Billy Smith and many other goalkeepers remember it surely. For that matter, the result is terrifying: 894 goals during the regular season.





Bobby Orr said:
He's unbelievable... I'm glad I don't have to play against him.

Garry Unger said:
No matter what anybody accomplishes in hockey, it's how they handle it as a human being. I think with Wayne... It's him off the ice as a guy, a person, that to me is more important than any record.

Billy Harris said:
If Wayne was a selfish hockey player, he'd score 150 goals a year. Maybe I'm exaggerating. Maybe 125.

Lee Fogolin said:
He's the greatest player in the world. What's so special to me is that he's a great guy. He's an unselfish person. He doesn't make anybody feel less than him.

Pat Hughes said:
People say he cant skate. That's crap.

Dave Hunter said:
What everybody should say is he's a great team man. He's such a good guy off he ice. Some guys who are superstars and big scorers are not like that. Every game you get chills watching him.

Maurice Richard said:
He's a natural scorer, just like I was. He's moving all the time and it seems the players trying to check him can't catch him. He would have been the best scorer in the league (in the 1950s).

John Ferguson said:
I would compare him with Jean Beliveau. He's smooth, he has a great shot and he is a wizard when it comes to puck control.


Gordie Howe said:
A lot of people ask me about him, and of course I tell them he would be a star in any era.

Mark Messier said:
What amazes me most is that he never stops amazing me, he'll do some totally incredible thing and you think, 'O.K., that's it; I'll never see the likes of that again.' Then, damn, he does something even more incredible.

Bill Torrey said:
Everything that happens when he's on the ice revolves around him. Either he's got the puck or the other team does.

Denis Potvin said:
Everything that happens when he's on the ice revolves around him. Either he's got the puck or the other team does.

Lou Nanne said:
Gretzky has to see the game five times slower than the average guy.

Red Berenson said:
If Gretzky plays 40 minutes, and I play my best defensive player 40 minutes, sooner or later Gretzky's going to score because he's better at his game than my guy is at his. Furthermore, Edmonton's going to win because when Gretzky's out there, he always has a chance to score, and my defensive line has very little chance of doing so. You have to stick with what you do best.

Cliff Fletcher said:
It's like having an extra player out there, particularly on the power play, he uses the net like a pick.


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Scouting Reports:
The Complete Handbook of Pro Hockey - 1980 said:
Plays the game with amazing grace and imagination... Seems to be everywhere, flitting and darting...

The Complete Handbook of Pro Hockey - 1981 said:
Remarkable center who likes to work from behind the net... Thin and frail, but stronger than he looks... Not speedy, but gets the job done... Anticipation and instincts are his weapons...

The Complete Handbook of Pro Hockey - 1983 said:
Gretzky reduced teammates to gawking spectators. But, graced with the greatest gift of all, he makes those around him better. He uses people well.

The Complete Handbook of Pro Hockey - 1983 said:
If the Oilers, who scored an NHL record 417 goals, had Wayne Gretzky and a group of Latvian dwarfs, their attack would be strong enough to get the job done.
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Added more shooting to his dazzling array of offensive skills...

The Complete Handbook of Pro Hockey - 1987 said:
A game-breaker of the highest order...
 
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