March 15th: NHL's Defensemen & Goalies Shine

0:00On this March 15th, here's what's making headlines for the NHL. March 15th has always been a standout date in National Hockey League history, especially for defensemen and goal tenders. Back in 1969, Bobby Orr broke the single season points record for a defenseman with 60 points. A year later, he became the first blueliner to hit 100 points, finishing with 120 and winning the scoring title, a feat no. Other defensemen has matched. Goalies have shown bright too on this day. Terry Souchuk, not the first 41 season in 1951, and later became the first red wing to reach 250 wins. Frank Brimseg grabbed his 40th shutout in 1950, a US-born record that stood for decades, while Patrick Roy extended a home on beaten. Shriek to 25 games in 1989. These moments left lasting impacts on the game. Orr and stars like Brian Leach, who tied a Ricky Goal's record in 1989, redefined what defensemen could do offensively.

1:01Fans still celebrate how players like Phil Esposito scored four goals against his old team in 1979, and Wayne Gretzky hit his. 50th goal for the 2nd Shriek year in 1981. More recently, Roman Josie broke Nashville records with assists in 2022, and Alex Ovechkin tied Phil Esposito for 6th in goals with his. 717th in 2021, then passed Jarmeer Jaguar for 3rd the next year. Ev Jenny Maulkin hit 10.7 100 points in 2021, joining Penguin's Greats. Today also marched birthdays for players like Mark Schifle at 33, James Rimer at 38, and the late punch Imla with many others. Sharing the date across NHL eras. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor. When you need a moment alone, just lay back and listen. S-O-L-I-SoliPillo.com