NHL Milestones: March 13th's Historic Moments

0:00Welcome to NHL News today, two minutes of updates that matter to NHL fans. Hit subscribe and stay connected. On March 13th, 1984, Wayne Gretzky reached 900 career points faster than any player in NHL history. He scored his 82nd goal of the season, plus an assist in the Edmonton Oilers 6-5 over time win over the Quebec Nordics. It took him just 385 games to hit that mark. A year later, Gretzky had a goal and four assists in another high scoring Oilers victory. This time, 7-6 against the Detroit Redwings. Meanwhile, back in 1971, Johnny Boussick notched his first 100-point season at age 35 for the Boston Bruins. The Bruins later retired his number 9 on March 13th, 1980. Fans still talk about Maurice Richards' infamous brawl on March 13th, 1955. After getting high-sticked, he attacked Boston's Hal Laco and punched a Linesman, leading to a season-ending suspension by league president Clarence, Campbell.

1:04That incident sparked huge controversy and riots in Montreal. More records spell over the years, like Camille Henry's four powerplay goals in one game for the Rangers in 1954. In recent times, Alexander Ovechkin passed Jarmir Jagger for second all-time in goals with number 7-16 on March 13th-20. The Calgary Flames also won their 10th Strait that night in 2017, part of a wild season with four teams on long streaks. Today, Mark's birthdays for notable players like Braden Point, who turns 30 and others including Barry Patterson at 65. From Gretzky's speed to Ovechkin's chase, March 13th packs NHL history with milestones. This story is shared with support from our sponsor. Press play. Put your head down. The sound is already there.