Born March 8, 1961, in Scarborough, Ontario, was Larry Murphy, the Hock Hall of Fame defenseman. Murphy was on four Stanley Cup Champion teams and was a three-time All-Star. He played on the Los Angeles Kings, Washington Capitols, Minnesota North Stars, Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Detroit Red Wings over his 21-year NHL career.
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Larry Murphy and Paul Coffey in 2008 at last game in the Igloo, Credit Michael Miller
Early Career and Record-Breaking Debut (1980-1985):
-Drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in 1980, Murphy made a sensational debut, setting rookie records for points (76) and assists (60) by a defenseman, a feat that still stands today.
-Despite his impressive individual performance, the Kings struggled to find consistent team success during his tenure.
Building a Legacy Across Teams: Minnesota, Pittsburgh, and Toronto (1985-1996):
-After stints with the Minnesota North Stars and Washington Capitals, Murphy found his championship calling with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1989.
-Partnered with fellow defenseman Paul Coffey, Murphy formed a potent offensive duo, contributing significantly to the Penguins' back-to-back Stanley Cup victories in 1991 and 1992.
A Change of Scenery and More Championships: Detroit and a Legacy Cemented (1996-2001):
-In 1996, Murphy was traded to the Detroit Red Wings, forming another iconic defensive partnership with Nicklas Lidström.
-His veteran leadership and offensive contributions proved instrumental in the Red Wings' Stanley Cup triumphs in 1997 and 1998, solidifying his reputation as a player who elevated any team he joined.
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Larry Murphy played on the Los Angeles Kings, Washington Capitols, Minnesota North Stars, Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Detroit Red Wings over his 21-year NHL career.
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