Mark Messier's Legendary Hockey Facts

Here are some fried facts (fun, surprising, or little-known tidbits) about Mark Messier, the legendary NHL hockey player:

1. 'The Moose' Nickname

Messier’s nickname wasn’t just about toughness—it came from a teammate mispronouncing his last name as 'Meesier,' which sounded like 'Moose.' The name stuck, fitting his powerful, relentless playing style.

2. Only Player to Captain Two Teams to Stanley Cups

Messier is the only player in NHL history to captain two different teams (the Edmonton Oilers and New York Rangers) to Stanley Cup victories (1984 with the Rangers, after winning five with the Oilers).

3. Guaranteed a Cup Win (And Delivered)

In the 1994 playoffs, Messier famously guaranteed a Game 6 win against the New Jersey Devils in the Eastern Conference Finals. He then scored a hat trick to back up his words, leading the Rangers to the Cup.

4. Second All-Time in Playoff Points

Only Wayne Gretzky has more playoff points than Messier, who racked up 295 (109 goals, 186 assists) in 236 postseason games.

5. Played in Four Different Decades

Messier’s career spanned 25 seasons (1979–2004), playing in the 1970s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s—a rare feat in pro sports.

6. Won the Hart Trophy Twice (10 Years Apart)

He won the Hart Trophy (NHL MVP) in 1990 (with Edmonton) and again in 1992 (with the Rangers), proving his dominance in different eras.

7. Nearly a New York Islander

Before joining the Rangers, Messier was almost traded to the Islanders in 1991, but the deal fell through. Instead, he went to the Rangers and became a Broadway legend.

8. His #11 Retired by Two Teams

Both the Edmonton Oilers and New York Rangers retired his jersey number (#11), a testament to his impact on both franchises.

9. Played with and Against Gretzky

Messier won four Cups with Wayne Gretzky in Edmonton, then faced him in the 1993 Stanley Cup Finals (Gretzky’s Kings vs. Messier’s Canadiens).

10. Last WHA Connection

Messier was one of the last active NHL players who had also played in the WHA (World Hockey Association), where he started with the Indianapolis Racers in 1978.

Bonus: The Mark Messier Leadership Award

The NHL created the Mark Messier Leadership Award in 2007 to honor players who exemplify leadership on and off the ice.

Messier’s combination of skill, grit, and leadership made him one of hockey’s all-time greats. 🚨🏒🔥

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