BREAKING: Minnesota Wild Legend Set To Make NHL History Tonight
Tonight marks a historic moment for goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury, as he becomes the 4th goaltender ever to reach the 1000-game milestone.
Fleury, drafted 1st overall in 2003, has solidified his place among the best goaltenders in the NHL over his nearly two-decade-long career. His consistency as a starter is a testament to his remarkable longevity.
In the upcoming game against the Winnipeg Jets, the Minnesota Wild will witness Fleury's 1000th career NHL appearance.
Gustavsson and Kaprizov being evaluated today by #mnwild docs. Hearing Kaprizov is out today in Jets rematch. McIntyre backs up Fleury's 1,000th game.
Joining the elite ranks of Martin Brodeur, Roberto Luongo, and Patrick Roy, Fleury becomes the fourth goaltender to achieve the 1000-game milestone, a feat accomplished by only 382 players in NHL history.
As Fleury enters his 20th season, his Hall-of-Fame-worthy resume boasts three Stanley Cups and a Vezina trophy. Congratulations to him on this remarkable achievement, and we eagerly anticipate witnessing his performance tonight against Winnipeg.
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DECEMBRE 31 | 195 ANSWERS BREAKING: Minnesota Wild Legend Set To Make NHL History Tonight Will you be watching Marc-Andre Fleury's 1000th game tonight? |
Yes | 63 | 32.3 % |
No | 132 | 67.7 % |
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