What NHL Hockey Player Had the Shortest Career? Which Had the Longest?
The National Hockey League (NHL) has seen countless players come and go over the years. Some have had illustrious careers, while others have faded into obscurity. But who had the shortest and longest careers in NHL history?
Shortest NHL Career
The unfortunate honor of having the shortest NHL career goes to Bryan Hextall, who played just one game for the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1986-87. Hextall, the younger brother of Ron Hextall, got into a fight during his only game and was never called up again.
Longest NHL Career
The longest NHL career belongs to Gordie Howe, who played for 32 seasons from 1946-47 to 1979-80. Howe, nicknamed "Mr. Hockey," is widely considered to be one of the greatest players of all time. He played for the Detroit Red Wings, Hartford Whalers, and Houston Aeros and won four Stanley Cups.
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