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Maurice Richard: the case for the GOAT

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    Maurice Richard: the case for the GOAT

    RW · Canadiens · Born 4 August 1921, Montreal, Quebec, Canada · Died 2000 · Career 1942–1960

    "The Rocket" was a fiery right winger for the Canadiens whose explosive drives to the net made him the most feared goal scorer of his era and a cultural icon in Quebec.

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    Why Maurice Richard could be the GOAT

    Richard set the standard for goal scoring: the first to 50 in 50 games and the first to 500 career goals. He won eight Cups, including five straight to end his career. The NHL's goal-scoring trophy bears his name for a reason, and his intensity in big games was legendary.

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