In 1971, the Boston Bruins signed Bobby Orr to a five-year deal worth $200,000 per season. The contract was the first million dollar contract in NHL history.
Bobby Hull and son Brett are the only father son duo to win the Hart trophy.
Craig McTavish was the NHL player to play without a helmet.
Clint Benedict of the Montreal Maroons was the first golaie to wear mask - not Plante.
Canadiens great, Ken Dryen won the Conn Snythe trophy after the Habs won the Cup in 71. Next year he won the Calder as the leagues best rookie.
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