NHL's Legendary Number Nine: Stars & Stories

0:00On March 15th, here's the latest surrounding the NHL. Number 9 stands out as the most retired Jersey number in National Hockey League history, honored 10 times across 9 teams with the New York, Rangers doing it twice. This tradition kicked off back in February 1934 when the Toronto Maple Leafs retired ace Bailey's number 6, but 9 quickly became. Legendary thanks to the superstars who wore it. Gordy Howe tops the list of all-time great number 9s, playing 26 NHL seasons with the Detroit Redwings and piling up 800. 69 goals over 1,924 games. Right behind him are Maurice Richard, who scored 626 goals and won 8 Stanley Cups with Montreal and Bobby Hull, a scoring. Machine for Chicago with 672 goals and multiple MVP awards. These players left the huge mark, shattering records and inspiring fans across generations. Howe holds marks for most games, played with one team and most all-star appearances at 23, while Richard became the first to hit 50 goals.

1:06In 50 games, earning a trophy in his name for today's top goal scorer each season. Today, active number 9s keep the legacy alive. Jack Eichel Captain Vegas to the 2023 Stanley Cup after a trade from Buffalo. Phillip Forsberg delivers consistent 30-plus goal. Seasons for Nashville and Clayton Keller shines as a durable score for Utah without missing a game. Meanwhile, players like JT. Miller bring leadership wherever they go from New York to Vancouver and back, while the Fenceman Ivan Proverov Enkers Columbus was smart play. Number 9 proves it's still the one to watch for future retirements. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor. Some people meditate. I just lay down and press play. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-L-Pillow.com.