How old is Stan Mikita?
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Asked by: April Baker
How many seasons did Stan Mikita play?
21 seasons
In 21 seasons, Mikita set franchise records that still stand with 1,396 regular-season games, 1,467 points, 926 assists and a plus-329 rating. His 541 goals rank second behind his junior hockey and Hawks teammate Bobby Hull’s 604.
Who used the first curved hockey stick?
The stick blade that controls the puck remained flat for the hockey stick’s first 130 years. Then things, well, took a curve during the 1960s. Chicago Blackhawks legend Stan Mikita is often credited with experimenting with a bend in his blade to get more lift and velocity on his shot.
Who wore number 21 for the Chicago Blackhawks?
Stan Mikita
#21 Stan Mikita
Blackhawks career highlights: Played his entire 22-year career with the Blackhawks … Led the Blackhawks to the 1961 Stanley Cup and paced the team in scoring throughout the playoffs … Four-time Art Ross Trophy winner (1964, 1965, 1967, 1968) … Two-time Hart Trophy winner (1967, 1968) …
Who played on Bobby Hull’s line?
10. The Million Dollar Line. Bobby Hull, Murray Balfour and Bill Hay. One of the biggest lines of its time, Balfour and Hay helped Bobby Hull become one of the game’s best scorers.
Who was number 21 on the Blackhawks?
Mikita, who played a franchise high 1,396 games from 1958-80, leads the Blackhawks in points (1,467) and assists (926), and is second in goals (541) and game-winning goals (84) and third in power play goals (150). His 1,467 points ranked 15th in NHL history.
What does the 35 mean on the Blackhawks jerseys?
Tony Esposito
The Blackhawks will wear this Chicago Blackhawks Tony Esposito “35” Patch on their jerseys throughout the 2021-2022 season to honor the late Tony Esposito.
