Paul Coffey holds or shares 33 NHL records in the regular season and playoffs. During his NHL career, he played for the Edmonton Oilers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Los Angeles Kings, Detroit Red Wings, Hartford Whalers, Philadelphia Flyers, Carolina Hurricanes, Chicago Blackhawks, and Boston Bruins.
How long did Paul Coffey play in the NHL for?
Coffey holds the record for goals in a season by a defenseman, scoring 48 with Edmonton in 1985-86. After 21 seasons, Coffey retired with 3 Norris Trophies and 4 Stanley Cups.
Did Paul Coffey ever win a Stanley Cup?
Through seven seasons with Edmonton, Coffey helped the Oilers win three of their five Stanley Cup championships, in 1984, '85 and '87.
Who was Paul Coffey traded for?
“What Brophy wasn't fully aware of was that in no way would Ballard be the one to give Coffey the contract he was looking for. So it never really got anywhere officially.” Coffey, Dave Hunter and Wayne Van Dorp were traded to Pittsburgh for Craig Simpson, Dave Hannan, Moe Mantha and Chris Joseph.
Which player has the most Stanley Cups?
In the National Hockey League (NHL), the player with the most Stanley Cups won of all time as of November 2021 was Henri Richard. The centre won 11 Stanley Cups with the Montreal Canadiens between 1955 and 1975.
15 related questions foundWho is currently the best hockey player?
Connor McDavid, C, Edmonton Oilers. For the third straight season, McDavid tops the list. The 22-year-old finished second in the NHL with 116 points (41 goals, 75 assists), behind Kucherov, and had at least one point in 66 of his 78 games for the Oilers.
Who is the best hockey player ever?
Wayne Gretzky shattered long-standing records, notably scoring an unprecedented 894 goals. He also earned four Stanley Cups with the Edmonton Oilers (1984–85, 1987–88) and was named the NHL's MVP nine (!) times (1980–87, 1989).
How many Stanley Cups has Paul Coffey won?
During his NHL career, he played for the Edmonton Oilers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Los Angeles Kings, Detroit Red Wings, Hartford Whalers, Philadelphia Flyers, Carolina Hurricanes, Chicago Blackhawks, and Boston Bruins. He is a four-time Stanley Cup champion, winning three times with Edmonton and a fourth with Pittsburgh.
Where is Paul Coffey now?
Beyond his 21-year, 1409 game Hall of Fame career, Coffey hasn't done much in hockey since. He retired after the 2000-01 season and worked as a special teams consultant under Arizona Coyotes minority owner Wayne Gretzky.
How many hat tricks did Paul Coffey have?
Hat Tricks (5)
Did Paul Coffey play for the Whalers?
Paul Coffey played 20 games with the Hartford Whalers during the 1996-97 NHL season (Photo by Steve Babineau/NHLI via Getty Images).
What size skates did Paul Coffey use?
In order to get that strong push-off, when Coffey entered the NHL, he famously jammed his feet into a pair of skates two sizes too small, like the Grinch's heart but with better results. With his foot slipping inside his size 8, Coffey's socks got thinner and his boots shrunk until he was getting the control he needed.
Who is the youngest captain in NHL history?
Brian Bellows was the youngest captain in NHL history, serving as the interim captain of the Minnesota North Stars from January 1984 until May 1984. The youngest permanent NHL captain in history is Connor McDavid, announced as Captain by the Edmonton Oilers on October 5, 2016, at the age of 19 years and 266 days.
Who was the last helmetless player in the NHL?
Craig MacTavish was the last NHL player to not wear a helmet. Though he started his professional career in 1979 wearing a helmet, when he retired in 1997 he was no longer wearing a helmet.
When did Paul Coffey play for the Red Wings?
After his brief stint with L.A., he was traded to the Detroit Red Wings where he played for 4 1/2 seasons and enjoyed moderate success. In the lockout-shortened 1994–95 NHL season, Coffey led his team in scoring for the only time in his entire career, and was awarded the Norris Trophy for the third time.
How many games did Bobby Orr play?
Orr retired having scored 270 goals and 645 assists for 915 points in 657 games, adding 953 penalty minutes.
Who is the fastest hockey player of all time?
Connor McDavid
The best player in the NHL right now is also the fastest. Connor McDavid's ability to breeze by defenders while maintaining control of the puck and finding teammates is unmatched.
Who is the richest hockey player in the world?
Net Worth: $200 Million
Wayne Gretzky's net worth is estimated to be roughly $200 million, making him the richest hockey player in the world.
Who was better Gretzky or Howe?
Wayne Gretzky on the legacy of Gordie Howe
Howe led the NHL in goals five times, was runner-up five times, and led the League in scoring six times. Howe won the Hart Trophy as NHL most valuable player six times and was a finalist six other times. Only Wayne Gretzky (nine) has won the Hart Trophy more often.
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