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George_Bell · 09-26-2018, 10:08 AM

1985-86 NHL Regular Season

The Detroit Red Wings have sort of surprised everyone with a hot start, taking an early lead in the Norris Division. They ofcourse have Mario Lemieux, but a subtle move made just before opening day has worked out really well. The Wings picked up winger Ilkka Sinisalo from Montreal. He was put on Mario Lemieux’s right side, and has contributed a league leading 28 assists in 24 games so far. Detroit didn’t really have anyone who fit on a line with Mario. This has worked out well so far.

Sinisalo looks like a great fit beside Super Mario!

The other big story early on, is the Flyers. They have gone from horrible, 63 points last year, to amazing, with a 17-4-2 record, best in the league!! Steve Yzerman is off to a great start, with 36 points, but it’s more then just him. Pete Peeters and Ron Low have shaved 1.5 GAA’s off their averages from a year ago. Their young D core, all under 26, seem to have matured at the same time. They are deep on defense. Lets see if they can keep it up.

Pete Peeters is trying to establish himself as Philly's starting goalie.

Marcel Dionne and Gilbert Perreault both just passed the 1500 point plateau. Both have slowed down in their mid 30’s, but they are contributing, even though the Pens and Canucks are not very good. Dionne was the 5th player and Perreault was the 6th to get here! HOF is waiting.

Two new members of the 1500 point club.

Wayne Gretzky just signed a 4 year contract extension that will pay him 2.3 million dollars. That’s 575k a year. Time to take a look that the top 10 salaries in the NHL right now.

Dave Andreychuk almost became the first player to score 50 goals in 50 games. His 50th game came against his old team, the Quebec Nordiques, and Andreychuk scored 2 goals, giving him 49 goals!! Still, that’s the best goal scoring pace we have ever seen, I believe. Quebec traded this guy for Paul Maclean. Sorry Paul, that’s just horrible!

49 goals in 50 games!

In just his 2nd season, Mario Lemieux is destroying the competition. His 129 points in 62 games is ridiculous!! He has 31 more points then 2nd place Wayne Gretzky. Lemieux is on pace, if he stays healthy, to challenge Dennis Maruk’s single season scoring record of 163 points.

Can Lemieux set a record this year?

The Pittsburgh Penguins are close to making history. They might post the worst record in modern history when this season is over. The 1976 Atlanta Flames went 7-61-12, for 26 points. This Penguins team is 8-58-2 for 18 points with 12 games left. Yes, they have more wins, but they could easily finish with more losses, and less points! Marcel Dionne, only 34, has no one to play with anymore. He’s fallen to half a point a game. I don’t think there is a way to view the worst plus minus of all time, but Garry Galley has a -61. I’m gonna assume that’s it!

-61

Before the season ends, Guy Lafleur passes Stan Mikita for 2nd place on the all time scoring list. Guy finished the season with 41 goals and 90 points. That brings his career total to 766 goals, and 884 points. 1650 points, nine more then Mikita! Lafleur now sits 142 goals and 257 points behind Gordie Howe. Guy is 34….

2nd place on the all time scoring list!

Final Standings

Pittsburgh wins 12 games, and ties the 76 Flames with 26 points, but they lost way more. 66 losses in 80 games!! Wow!

The Flyers are passed by the Islanders, who win their 3rd straight President’s trophy. The Flyers are still hugely improved, finishing 2nd in the NHL. Will the Islanders turn this regular season dominance into a championship?

The Norris Division is the best division in hockey. Yes, the Patrick had the top 2 records, but 5th place Toronto in the Norris finished .500!

Dave Andreychuk sets an NHL record for goals in a single season. His 77 goals passes Guy Lafleur’s 72 set in 1980. Andreychuk is the reason for the Habs resurgence. He’s about to show his old Quebec team how big a mistake they made in the first round of this years playoffs!

Mario Lemieux’s 161 points is the 2nd highest total ever, only 2 points shy of Dennis Maruk’s 163! Lemieux got ridiculously good real fast! His 22 point margin of victory for the scoring title is HUGE! Mario’s teammate, Illka Sinisalo had a career high 102 points. That’s something Montreal didn’t expect he was capable of when they traded him.

Ray Bourque set a new mark for defenseman scoring. He gets 30 goals and 89 assists, for 119 points. Lets give him his 2nd Pilote Trophy right now!

09-26-2018, 10:08 AM	#627
George_Bell All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 1,988	1985-86 NHL Regular Season The Detroit Red Wings have sort of surprised everyone with a hot start, taking an early lead in the Norris Division. They ofcourse have Mario Lemieux, but a subtle move made just before opening day has worked out really well. The Wings picked up winger Ilkka Sinisalo from Montreal. He was put on Mario Lemieux’s right side, and has contributed a league leading 28 assists in 24 games so far. Detroit didn’t really have anyone who fit on a line with Mario. This has worked out well so far. Sinisalo looks like a great fit beside Super Mario! The other big story early on, is the Flyers. They have gone from horrible, 63 points last year, to amazing, with a 17-4-2 record, best in the league!! Steve Yzerman is off to a great start, with 36 points, but it’s more then just him. Pete Peeters and Ron Low have shaved 1.5 GAA’s off their averages from a year ago. Their young D core, all under 26, seem to have matured at the same time. They are deep on defense. Lets see if they can keep it up. Pete Peeters is trying to establish himself as Philly's starting goalie. Marcel Dionne and Gilbert Perreault both just passed the 1500 point plateau. Both have slowed down in their mid 30’s, but they are contributing, even though the Pens and Canucks are not very good. Dionne was the 5th player and Perreault was the 6th to get here! HOF is waiting. Two new members of the 1500 point club. Wayne Gretzky just signed a 4 year contract extension that will pay him 2.3 million dollars. That’s 575k a year. Time to take a look that the top 10 salaries in the NHL right now. Dave Andreychuk almost became the first player to score 50 goals in 50 games. His 50th game came against his old team, the Quebec Nordiques, and Andreychuk scored 2 goals, giving him 49 goals!! Still, that’s the best goal scoring pace we have ever seen, I believe. Quebec traded this guy for Paul Maclean. Sorry Paul, that’s just horrible! 49 goals in 50 games! In just his 2nd season, Mario Lemieux is destroying the competition. His 129 points in 62 games is ridiculous!! He has 31 more points then 2nd place Wayne Gretzky. Lemieux is on pace, if he stays healthy, to challenge Dennis Maruk’s single season scoring record of 163 points. Can Lemieux set a record this year? The Pittsburgh Penguins are close to making history. They might post the worst record in modern history when this season is over. The 1976 Atlanta Flames went 7-61-12, for 26 points. This Penguins team is 8-58-2 for 18 points with 12 games left. Yes, they have more wins, but they could easily finish with more losses, and less points! Marcel Dionne, only 34, has no one to play with anymore. He’s fallen to half a point a game. I don’t think there is a way to view the worst plus minus of all time, but Garry Galley has a -61. I’m gonna assume that’s it! -61 Before the season ends, Guy Lafleur passes Stan Mikita for 2nd place on the all time scoring list. Guy finished the season with 41 goals and 90 points. That brings his career total to 766 goals, and 884 points. 1650 points, nine more then Mikita! Lafleur now sits 142 goals and 257 points behind Gordie Howe. Guy is 34…. 2nd place on the all time scoring list! Final Standings Pittsburgh wins 12 games, and ties the 76 Flames with 26 points, but they lost way more. 66 losses in 80 games!! Wow! The Flyers are passed by the Islanders, who win their 3rd straight President’s trophy. The Flyers are still hugely improved, finishing 2nd in the NHL. Will the Islanders turn this regular season dominance into a championship? The Norris Division is the best division in hockey. Yes, the Patrick had the top 2 records, but 5th place Toronto in the Norris finished .500! Dave Andreychuk sets an NHL record for goals in a single season. His 77 goals passes Guy Lafleur’s 72 set in 1980. Andreychuk is the reason for the Habs resurgence. He’s about to show his old Quebec team how big a mistake they made in the first round of this years playoffs! Mario Lemieux’s 161 points is the 2nd highest total ever, only 2 points shy of Dennis Maruk’s 163! Lemieux got ridiculously good real fast! His 22 point margin of victory for the scoring title is HUGE! Mario’s teammate, Illka Sinisalo had a career high 102 points. That’s something Montreal didn’t expect he was capable of when they traded him. Ray Bourque set a new mark for defenseman scoring. He gets 30 goals and 89 assists, for 119 points. Lets give him his 2nd Pilote Trophy right now! __________________ NHL Replay Hall of Fame NHL Replay Cup Champs