In a stunning turn of events, the NHL's all-time record for most goals scored by a player in a single playoff game has been shattered. Maurice Richard's incredible feat, which stood for an astonishing 69 years, has finally been broken. Richard's legendary performance in Game 1 of the 1956 Stanley Cup Finals, where he beat Boston Bruins goalie Don Simmons three times in a span of just 6:21, had long been considered one of the most impressive moments in hockey history. Now, a new player has emerged to rewrite the record books, leaving fans and historians alike to wonder how this remarkable achievement was accomplished.
Maurice Richard 's record had stood for 69 years, since the Montreal Canadiens' late, mighty "Rocket" beat Boston Bruins goalie Don Simmons three times in a span of 6:21 in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup ...