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13. Frank Brimsek

The legendary “Mr. Zero”, Frank Brimsek, would have an outstanding debut season in the NHL.  Brimsek would backstop the Bruins to a Stanley Cup win, while winning the first of two Vezina Trophies.  Brimsek would also win the Stanley Cup again, and is one of the few Goaltenders to lead the league in Point Shares multiple times.  He was selected for the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1966.

12. Bill Cowley

Bill Cowley has often been called the “Wayne Gretzky of his day” in reference to his abilities as a playmaker.  Cowley would lead the NHL in Assists three times and win the Hart Trophy twice.  More importantly, Cowley would hoist the Stanley Cup above his head twice.

9. Tiny Thompson

Tiny Thompson was the first star between the pipes for the Boston Bruins and was the man who backstopped the organization to their first Stanley Cup.  Thompson was a four time Vezina Trophy winner and a four time post season All-Star.  He would also lead the NHL in Goals Against Average four times.

8. Dit Clapper

A charismatic and clean player, Dit Clapper holds the distinction of being the only player in the history of the NHL to be named a post season All-Star at both forward and defence.  Clapper was a gentlemanly player, even though he was one of the largest of his day, and could have easily used his size to intimidate opponents.  Rather, he let his skill to the intimidating for him.