Bill Masterton
William J. Masterton (August 13, 1938 – January 15, 1968) was a Canadian-American professional ice hockey centre who played one season in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Minnesota North Stars before succumbing to an injury he suffered during a game against the Oakland Seals in 1968. He is one of only two players in NHL history to die as a direct result of an on-ice incident during a game, the other being Howie Morenz of the Montreal Canadiens, in 1937.
Joffrey Lupul Nominated for Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy - Rant Sports
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 USA TODAY | Joffrey Lupul Nominated for Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy Rant Sports Toronto Maple Leafs' forward Joffrey Lupul will be among the finalists for this years Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. This award is presented annually to the player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance of sportsmanship and dedication to ... Alfredsson's perseverance pays off Above the 49: Masterton nod for Pacioretty closes ugly chapter for NHL |
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Daniel Alfredsson, Joffrey Lupul, Max Pacioretty nominated for Bill Masterton ... - bettor.com (blog)
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Daniel Alfredsson, Joffrey Lupul, Max Pacioretty nominated for Bill Masterton ... bettor.com (blog) The National Hockey League (NHL) announced its three finalists for the annual Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, an award which is presented "to the player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey", ... |
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Reminiscing With Hockey's Best-Ever Name - Hockeybuzz.com (blog)
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Reminiscing With Hockey's Best-Ever Name Hockeybuzz.com (blog) 13, 1968 (his 29th birthday), Maniago shuddered when North Stars teammate and close friend Bill Masterton cracked his head on the ice, becoming the first [and, to date, only] skater in league history to die as the result of a mishap during a game. |
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Montreal Canadiens: 7 Reasons the Habs Could Be Playoff Bound in 2012-2013 - Bleacher Report
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 Bleacher Report | Montreal Canadiens: 7 Reasons the Habs Could Be Playoff Bound in 2012-2013 Bleacher Report He was arguably the Habs' best player this season, and will probably win the Bill Masterton trophy, having come off a season-ending concussion and fractured vertebrae in 2011. He's 23 himself so his best is likely still to come. |
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Senators coach Paul MacLean humbled as Adams nominee - Vancouver Sun
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Senators coach Paul MacLean humbled as Adams nominee Vancouver Sun Earlier, captain Daniel Alfredsson was nominated for the Bill Masterton Memorial Tophy for dedication and perseverance, and Erik Karlsson was among the three finalists for the Norris Trophy as top defenceman. Those trophies and more will be handed out ... |
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Senators coach Paul MacLean has come a long way - National Post
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Senators coach Paul MacLean has come a long way National Post Earlier, captain Daniel Alfredsson was nominated for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy for dedication and perseverance and Erik Karlsson was among the three finalists for the Norris Trophy as top defenceman. Those trophies and more will be handed out ... |
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Team USA's Max Pacioretty hoping for a medal - Montreal Gazette
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Team USA's Max Pacioretty hoping for a medal Montreal Gazette That comeback, and that he has established a foundation to benefit other brain-trauma victims, has made him a finalist for the annual Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. On Monday, Pacioretty confirmed that he and his wife, Katia, are headed to Las Vegas ... |
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Photos in this gallery - Sportsnet.ca
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Photos in this gallery Sportsnet.ca For his courage and off-ice team leadership while undergoing treatment, he was awarded the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy after the 2002 playoffs. He followed up the next season by scoring what was then a career best 71 points (21 goals, 50 assists). |
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Senators' summer inventory - MetroNews Canada
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 CTV.ca | Senators' summer inventory MetroNews Canada The Senators legend notched 27 goals after off-season back surgery, earning him a Bill Masterton Trophy nomination for his dedication and perseverance. Alfredsson, 39, has accepted an invitation to play for Sweden at the world championship. Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk pleased with team's surprise success |
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Tomas Fleischmann: The Masterton Trophy Was Made For Him. I Would Know - Hockeybuzz.com (blog)
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Tomas Fleischmann: The Masterton Trophy Was Made For Him. I Would Know Hockeybuzz.com (blog) If you didn't know already, The Bill-Masterton Award is given out the “player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to ice hockey.” If this doesn't describe Tomas Fleischmann, than I don't know what does. |
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