November 9th has been a notable date in hockey history, filled with memorable moments, milestones, and remarkable achievements. Let's delve into some of the key events that have occurred on this day throughout the years.
One of the most enduring records set on this day dates back to November 9, 1957, when Claude Provost of the Montreal Canadiens scored a goal just four seconds into the second period against the Boston Bruins. This stood as the NHL's fastest goal from the start of a period, a record later tied by Denis Savard in 1986. Provost, who won nine Stanley Cups with Montreal, remarkably remains outside the Hockey Hall of Fame.
The offensive prowess of Wayne Gretzky was on full display on November 9, 1984, as his two goals and four assists propelled the Edmonton Oilers to an 8-5 victory over the Washington Capitals. This win extended the Oilers' undefeated streak to begin the season to a record-setting 15 games (12-0-3), surpassing the 1943-44 Montreal Canadiens.
On November 9, 1989, Peter Stastny achieved his 16th career hat trick, adding an assist in a 7-5 Quebec Nordiques win against the New York Islanders, breaking Quebec's eight-game losing streak.
Several Hall of Fame careers have also seen success on November 9th. On November 9, 1983, Gilbert Perreault's two-point night for the Sabres against the Bruins made him the 14th player to reach 1,100 career points.
Goaltending achievements also mark this day. Roman Cechmanek made history on November 9, 2000, becoming the first goalie since 1938 to have shutouts in his first two career wins, as the Flyers defeated the Oilers 2-0. Dominik Hasek recorded his first shutout with the Detroit Red Wings on November 9, 2001.
The Pittsburgh Penguins celebrated their 500th franchise win on November 9, 1985, with a 3-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks.
Penalty shot history was also made on this date. Orest Kindrachuk scored the first penalty shot goal in Philadelphia Flyers history on November 9, 1974. Erik Cole would later become only the second player in NHL history to be awarded two penalty shots in a single game on November 9, 2005.
In the AHL, November 9, 1985, saw Carl Mokosak record his first professional hat trick for the Hershey Bears. As of November 9, 2025, the Hershey Bears were set to face the Rochester Americans for Hometown Heroes Night.
