The NHL goal-scoring achievement stands as one of the most challenging objectives to accomplish. A small group of exceptional players has managed to achieve the highest achievements in scoring goals in the NHL. The following excerpt explores the ten best goal scorers throughout the entire history of the NHL.
10. Mario Lemieux – 690 Goals
The career of Mario Lemieux suffered from numerous injuries but his skills remained undeniable. During his 915 games of play “Super Mario” accomplished 690 goal goals. His scoring average (0.75 goals per game) trails Gretzky by only a small margin.
9. Steve Yzerman – 692 Goals
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Throughout his 1,514 NHL appearances, the veteran Red Wings captain scored 692 times. Throughout his NHL career, Yzerman demonstrates expertise as both an elite scorer and leader to his teammates.
8. Mark Messier – 694 Goals
Messier ranks third all-time in points but sits eighth in goals. The gritty forward scored 694 times while winning six Stanley Cups.
7. Mike Gartner – 708 Goals
Gartner was consistently personified. The talented player achieved 30 or more goals in every season of his 15-year career and accumulated a total of 708 goals. The speed at which he played caused endless trouble for defenders during games.
6. Phil Esposito – 717 Goals
Esposito revolutionized scoring in the 1970s. His 76 goals in the 1970-71 season made him the first hockey player to pass the 70-mark and he ended his career with 717 goals.
5. Marcel Dionne – 731 Goals
During the Gretzky era, Dionne remained in the shadows while scoring 731 goals in his career. His 1,771 points rank sixth all-time.
4. Brett Hull – 741 Goals
“The Golden Brett” maintained one of the deadliest shooting abilities in the history of the game. In 1990-91 Hull reached 86 goals as his career total ended at 741.
3. Jaromir Jagr – 766 Goals
Jagr’s longevity was unmatched. His long-playing career included 45 years and delivered 766 goals which became the highest tally among European athletes.
2. Gordie Howe – 801 Goals
“Mr. Hockey” dominated for decades. During his time in the NHL and WHA Howe scored a total of more than 1000 goals with 801 marks in NHL play.
1. Wayne Gretzky – 894 Goals
Most scoring records belong to The Great One. The Great One attained 894 goals which surpasses the runner-up by 93. Thanking to his exceptional vision together with skill Gretzky became impossible to stop.
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Final Thoughts
These legends defined hockey greatness. The players have all left distinctive marks on the sport while Gretzky continues to retain his unattainable status. The next challenge to these records remains a question for the future.
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