What is the Best Single Season That an NHL Player Has Ever Had?
Determining the best single season in NHL history is subjective, but there are a few candidates that stand out:
- Wayne Gretzky (1981-82): In his most prolific season, Gretzky recorded an astonishing 92 goals and 120 assists for 212 points, breaking several NHL records.
- Mario Lemieux (1988-89): Despite only playing 76 games due to injury, Lemieux amassed 199 points (85 goals, 114 assists), the highest per-game average in NHL history.
- Alex Ovechkin (2009-10): Ovechkin became the first player since Gretzky to score 50 goals in a season, netting 56 and leading the league with 112 points.
- Sidney Crosby (2012-13): Crosby achieved the rare feat of winning the Art Ross Trophy (leading scorer), Hart Trophy (MVP), and Selke Trophy (best defensive forward) in the same season.
Ultimately, the best single season depends on individual preferences and criteria. However, these four performances represent some of the most dominant and unforgettable campaigns in NHL history.
Related Questions and Brief Answers
- Who holds the record for most goals in a single NHL season? Wayne Gretzky (92)
- Which player has the highest points-per-game average in NHL history? Mario Lemieux (2.61)
- When did Alex Ovechkin become the first player since Gretzky to score 50 goals in a season? 2009-10
- What is the only season in which a player won the Art Ross, Hart, and Selke Trophies? 2012-13 by Sidney Crosby
- Which player has won the most scoring titles in NHL history? Wayne Gretzky (10)
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