60 Years Ago Today in Hawks History: Glenn Hall Makes NHL History in a Insane Category That Will Never be Done Ever Again
Today marks November seventh, so why not take a look into the most historic moment in Blackhawks history that took place on November seventh?
Todays day in history will be one that is never forgotten, Blackhawks goaltender completed his 502nd straight start, yes, he played five hundred and two consecutive games in net, making NHL history that is likely to never be touched every again.
Sadly on November seventh during his 502nd game Hall suffered a injury..
''A back issue forced Glenn Hall, who was making his 502nd straight start, to depart the game against the Boston Bruins in the first period. As the Blackhawks and Bruins played to a 3-3 tie, Denis DeJordy took his spot between the pipes.''
Mr.Hall is now 91 years of age, let's honour his best moments caught on film from his time in the NHL:
Check out a sweet Glenn Hall tribute video on page 2:
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