He also shares the record for most 50-goal seasons with Mike Bossy and Alexander Ovechkin, each having reached the milestone nine times in their careers. Wayne Gretzky scored his 50th goal in his 39th game in 1981–82, the fastest any player has done so. By 1980, it had been reached 24 times in NHL history the plateau was reached 76 times in the 1980s alone. Fifty-goal seasons increased in frequency during the 1970s and 1980s as the schedule was extended to 80 games and offense increased across the league. Bernie Geoffrion became the second player to reach the milestone 16 years later in 1960–61. In 1944–45, Maurice Richard became the first player to score 50 goals in a season.

Scoring 50 goals in one season is one of the most celebrated individual achievements in the National Hockey League (NHL). This tied Wayne Gretzky and Mike Bossy for the record of most all-time seasons.

Officially announced his retirement, October 15, 2005.Alexander Ovechkin scored 50 goals for a ninth time in his career during the 2021–22 season.

Signed as a free agent by Phoenix, August 6, 2004.

Signed as a free agent by Detroit, August 22, 2001.

Signed as a free agent by Dallas, July 3, 1998.

Louis by Calgary with Steve Bozek for Rob Ramage and Rick Wamsley, March 7, 1988.

Dudley 'Red' Garrett Memorial Award (Rookie of the Year - AHL) (1987).

BCJHL Interior Division First All-Star Team (1983, 1984).

No player in NHL history was able to hide in plain sight like Hull.įor more of Brett Hull's 100 Greatest Players bio, please click here. Brett Hull's magic act as a NHL goal-scorer included a nifty trick: He could make himself disappear in the offensive zone when everyone in the building was looking at him.

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