Shayne Corsonwas the kind of player that teams would be lining up for in today's game. Thugs, Goons, Enforcers. A couple of decades ago enforcers had one role on the team: fights. Domi earned his stripes with the Winnipeg Jets, but it was with his trade to the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1995 that he became the most popular enforcer in the league and a beloved figure among Leafs fans. Discussing Bobby Robins and Zac Rinaldo, Steve Lepore of Rolling Stone wrote the two are what's known throughout hockey as classic enforcers. Full Bio. Dave Schultz is the owner of two of the four campaigns in the record books. In the current season, fights have occurred in only 38% of NHL games, the lowest of any point since the 1968-69 season. McSorley would go on to lead the NHL in penalty minutes during the 1992-93 season, where he had 15 fighting majors. The word "goon" is often tied in with the word "enforcer" in the NHL. While never much of a contributor on the offensive end of the ice, Tony Twist mastered the art of throwing hands. Sports journalist and writer Roy Macgregor opines that in light of recent tragic events there should be more done about it, including eliminating the role altogether. David William "The Hammer" Schultz (born October 14, 1949) is a Canadian businessman and former professional ice hockey coach and player. Gillies served as captain of the Islanders from 1977 to 1979, and won the Stanley Cup four years in a row with them, from 1980 to 1983. Berube had 16 seasons of 100 or more penalty minutes, including 15 straight seasons at one point in his career. Tales of Horner wrecking people are legendary. Check out the list of top NHL fighters below and vote up the ones you'd fear most. Brendan Shanahan: Yes another current hockey executive, the president of the Toronto Maple Leafs, was one of the greatest power forwards in NHL history. [1] A year earlier, Bob Probert had died in July 2010, of an apparent heart attack in his mid-40s. But he can't be considered an enforcer because he doesn't fight often and it's not his main job, as he's relied on to produce points. What more can you ask for from an enforcer? This is a list of enforcers who have played in the National Hockey League. As a matter of fact, he didn'teven wait for his first regular season game. Here's a breakdown of the 10 best hockey enforcers of all-time (fight stats courtesy DropYourGloves.com): Bob Probert (Career PIM: 3,300) While he didn't have the most NHL fights of all-time - he actually comes in fourth on the list at 303 - Probert is certainly one of the most well-known enforcers in the history of hockey. His most famous tilt was against Pierre Bouchard where the much bigger Bouchard grabbed him in a scrum and left him no choice. What Tie Domi lacked in stature, he made up for in pure toughness, by becoming one of the most fearsome and entertaining enforcers in the history of the game. Matthew Barnaby was one ofthe most infuriating enforcers of all-time. Discussing Bobby Robins and Zac Rinaldo, Steve Lepore of Rolling Stone wrote the tw. In 729 career games, Grimson had 2,113 penalty minutes, and 39 career points. Clark Gillies was among the best fighters in the NHL during his prime, but over time he rarely had to fight because opponents respected and feared him enough that they would not go after his teammates. Rick Tocchet entered the league as one of the most fearsome fighters, quickly racking up two 20 fight seasons in his first three years in the NHL. Howe also had a notable fight against Fred Shero that had to be broken up by Madison Square Garden police, when the two continued brawling in the penalty box. 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Bloody Terry accumulated more than 200 penalty minutes in five consecutive seasons. Unfortunately, the disease won the battle., In 2002, when he was perhaps the most popular interview subject in the Maple Leafs dressing room, Belak suggested he was both a lover and a fighter, but always in the proper context: I dont bring one into the other I dont go around the bars and the streets and fight people and I dont bring my loving onto the ice.. Following his NHL career, Barnaby has become a television personality and a co-owner of a construction business with former teammate, Rob Ray. 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Pests and enforcers often play together on the same line, usually the fourth line. You'd think May was a 50 goal scorer with the way he deked Ray Bourque out of his jock-strap. to colleagues, clients or customers, or inquire about Tiger Williams, Bob Probert, Chris Simon, and Tom Wilson are examples of enforcers who showed an occasional scoring flair, with Williams and Probert playing in the midseason All-Star Game. If you want to see what a classic NHL enforcer was like, look at Domis career stat line: 1,020 games played, 245 career points, and 3,515 penalty minutes, good for third all-time in NHL History. He has more penalty minutes than any other player in the history of the Maple Leafs (see Maple Leafs records) and third overall in penalty minutes in NHL history. Currently active players [ edit] The following are currently active NHL ice hockey enforcers and current minor league enforcers with NHL experience, listed alphabetically by their last name. Rypien, who drew 226 penalty minutes in 119 regular-season games with the Vancouver Canucks, had been living with depression. News on all your favorite celebs, reality TV, and movies. He was so successful at his role and served as an enforcer for so longthat he had a target on his back as he was billed as "the champ." He also owned a chain of bars named Twister's Iron Bar Saloon, with locations in St. Charles and Imperial Missouri. He was involved in over 200 fights in his NHL career and continues to ply his trade in the Swedish Hockey League. In one legendary melee, he scaled the boards, jumped into the crowd and proceeded to beat up a fan because he punched his teammate Stan Jonathan in the face. Considering this, there's likely a great deal of fans out there who watch hockey just to see the best fighters in the NHL really go at it. Intimidation and fighting continue to be utilized as a strategy in the NHL. He died of heart failure and was later found, like Fleming, to have been living with CTE. Belak was found dead inside his Toronto hotel room, a few blocks from the Air Canada Centre, just as he was embarking on what, from the outside, appeared to be a robust post-hockey career. Schultz brawled with the games best including five duels with Terry OReilly. Williams spent more than 4,400 minutes in the penalty box during his 14-year career (regular season and playoffs combined). [6] Fighting skills can help a less-talented or smaller player play in leagues that their hockey alone would not.[2]. An impressive amount of hardware for any enforcer. The Chief fought the leagues best fighters with frequency, including multiple bouts with Tie Domi, Bob Boughner, and Marty McSorley. He also became known for his drug use, among other off-ice issues. Assistant Coach. P.A.L. He eventually retired with the thirdmost all-time. Thus, McSorely has the distinction of being the only enforcer to face criminal charges for his on-ice actions. During his final full season of play, the Kings 1986-1987 campaign, Williams netted 16 goals and tallied 358 penalty minutes. Currently he co-hosts the Smash and Twist show on 590 the Fan in St. Louis. Throughout his career, Clark Gillies may not have been the most frequent fighter, but he made a tremendous impact for the New York Islanders and Buffalo Sabres. McSorely was charged with assault as a result of the incident and was eventually found guilty. To order Karlie O'Reilly. Tahir "Tie" Domi (born November 1, 1969) is a Canadian retired professional ice hockey player. Even after his namesake technique was banned, Ray continued his dominance as one of the games best enforcers. He played for the New York Islanders and Buffalo Sabres of the National Hockey League between 1974 and 1988. Tahir Tie Domi looks like a guy ready to punch your face in, doesnt he? Shanahan won three Stanley Cups in his career and is a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame. Most people know Howe as one of the greatest offensive players of all time as he is currently fourth all-time in NHL career points scored. Its only appropriate the NHLs all-time leader in penalty minutes finds his way to the top of the list. Enforcers are expected to react particularly harshly to violence against star players or goalies. He would contribute goals to help the Red Wings win two Stanley Cups over a decade later in his second stint with the team and add another as a coach. For example, Jarome Iginla is an example of an exceptional hockey player that can take care of himself and his teammates. Matthew Barnaby Matthew Barnaby was one of the most infuriating enforcers of all-time. Clark Gillies (April 7, 1954 January 21, 2022) was a Canadian professional ice hockey player. Which is to say, there was something of a no blood, no foul orientation in the penalty calling department. During one playoff campaign, the Hammer spent 139 minutes in the penalty boxin 17 games. Semenko joined the Oilers before they joined the NHL and went on to serve as the enforcer on one of the most memorable teams in league history. Dave "The Hammer" Schultz, Stan Jonathon and Jim Schoenfeld were among the players he fought. In my heart of hearts, I dont believe fighting is what did this to Bob, his widow, Dani, told The New York Times in 2011. It was hockey all the checking and hits, things like that.. Retired enforcer Georges Laraque has suggested that the National Hockey League Players' Association provide counselling to enforcers. Williams was a capable contributor on the offensive end, but he excelled when it came to fighting and he racked up fighting majors at an alarming pace. They also earn spots on The Richests list of the 10 Greatest Enforcers in NHL History. Philadelphia Flyers Top 5 Enforcers of All Time. NHL Fighting Majors Leaders for the 2022-2023 Regular Season NHL Fighting Majors Leaders 2022-2023 Regular Season As of Feb 28, 2023 Player Away Fights Home Fights Total Fights Nicolas Deslauriers 7 4 11 Austin Watson 5 5 10 Jonah Gadjovich 7 2 9 Tanner Jeannot 6 3 9 Patrick Maroon 3 6 9 Mathieu Olivier 2 7 9 Arber Xhekaj 2 7 9 Sam Carrick 5 3 8 I was one of these fringe players that had to work his ass off to stay on the team.. When such play occurs, the enforcer is expected to respond aggressively, by fighting or checking the offender. Barnaby was involved in 205 fights over the course of his career with 7 different teams. Well-regarded during his time in pro hockeys top circuit, Williams could also tally points. However, he had to tone down his act after a fight with Montreal Canadiens forward Sergio Momesso. I helped out in whichever way I could, he said in a 2001 interview. Gillies earned his bones protecting Mike Bossy and Bryan Trottier during the Islanders' 1980 Stanley Cup run. Most of the enforcers named above were generally considered "nice guys" in their everyday life. Ewen, who went by " The Animal " during his playing days, was involved in well over 100 fights during his career, according to HockeyFights.com. Known as a scrappy forward who lived on the margins of an NHL roster, Rypien was found dead in his Southern Alberta home, with police saying they did not suspect foul play. Full Bio. Copyright 2023 HockeySkillsTraining.com, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window). Director: Jay Baruchel | Stars: Seann William Scott, Alison Pill, Marc-Andr Grondin, Liev Schreiber Votes: 14,115 2. I love to shoot the breeze on sports and appreciate any type of feedback (even you haters!). For much ofhis career, he was also an absolute madman, as his nickname wasn't "Charlie" for no reason. Dial up a Probert fight video on YouTube and watch the way he grips onto and tees of on opponents. [9] This has led to a decrease in the number of players whose predominant role is enforcer. [12] New York Times sportswriter John Branch covered Boogaard's death and the epidemic of chronic traumatic encephalopathy that has come as a result of frequent head trauma sustained by hockey enforcers. In terms of his other abilities, O'Reilly also managed to rack up 606 points in 891 games, making him an incredibly serviceable player who could fight with the best of them. Nilan only suited up 688 times in his career. Stu Grimson was the NHLs heavyweight champion of the 1990s. Prized for their aggression, size, checking ability, and fists, enforcers are typically less gifted at skill areas of the game than their teammates. Schultz was born in Waldheim, Saskatchewan, but grew up in Rosetown, Saskatchewan. Chris Neil didn't waste any time making an impact in the NHL. He's also been a stapleon Ottawa's third line for well over a decade and is the type of player that every team wants. Without further ado, here at the top 15 enforcers that were good hockey players! And they are underdogs, men who otherwise might have no business in the game. In one scrap in 1976, O'Reilly took on Dave "The Hammer" Schultz. If you knew Rick, he fought with everything he had in him. The Role of the Modern NHL Enforcers Tale of NHL Enforcers Past. Nilans 1983-1984 and 1984-1985 campaigns are the stuff of penalty minute-accumulating legend: His tallies for those two years: 338 and 358 minutes, respectively. He is one of only nine players to pass the 3,000 penalty minute mark. Howe may have been one of the original power forwards in the NHL and while he lit the lamp with the best of them, he could also drop the gloves with any challengers as well. Pests and enforcers often play together on the same line, usually the fourth line., The greatest of these soldiers on skates have spilled blood and broken bones for their squads across decades. Gillies was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2002. He racked up an impressive 570 penalty minutes in 201 games during his time with the Pats. Enforcers sometimes take boxing lessons to improve their fighting. At present in the National Hockey League (NHL), teams generally do not carry more than one player whose primary role is that of an enforcer. Standing at six-foot-five, 220 pounds, Belak was a ferocious fighter. None of that is true, but what a great song, right? Goon (2011) R | 92 min | Comedy, Drama, Sport 6.8 Rate 64 Metascore Berube is seventh all-time in career penalty minutes with 3,149 in 1,054 games played. Probert spent his career split between Detroit and Chicago, but he is best known for his years cruising the ice at Joe Louis Arena, where in 1987, Probert racked up an impossible 398 penalty minutes in one season! Schultz began wearing boxing wrist wraps in order to prevent injury to himself while fighting, but the league quickly outlawed the practice when it began to catch on. 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Wade Belak was found dead at the age of 35 in his Toronto hotel room in circumstances that caused a newspaper's police source to categorize his death as a suicide. When such play occurs, the enforcer is expected to respond aggressively, by fighting or checking the offender. Hunter was incredibly skilled with the puck and earned 1,020 points during his career. Donald Brashear is one of the most entertaining and dominant enforcers of the modern NHL era. Anytime someone challenges Chara, it turns into him ragdolling the other player around the ice as if he were a toy. One of Gillies biggest achievements was his battle with Terry OReilly during the 1980 Playoffs. Brashear had a lengthy career in the NHL as one of the top enforcers in the league. Sadly, Probert died of a heart attack in 2010, and his brain was donated to the Sports Legacy Institute, which revealed chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a side effect of his brutal profession. Schultz is renowned as one of hockey's greatest enforcers and holds the NHL record for most penalty minutes in a single season, at 472. In 1984, he managed to rack up 10 points in 19 games en route to the Oilers winning their first Stanley Cup. Kocur established himself by earning the most penalty minutes in the NHL during his first season. While the NHLs restrictions have certainly curtailed fighting significantly, the role of the enforcer remains a valuable asset for teams to have. He famously battered legendary Boston Bruins enforcer Terry OReillyand wonseveral times. Ray finished his career with 241 fights and led the league in penalty minutes during two seasons. However, on top of that, Barnaby also had a knack for scoring big goals. Top 15 Enforcers That Were Actually Good Hockey Players, 10 Things You Should Know About Kevin Nash's Life Outside WWE, 10 Worst WWE Wrestlers To Compete For A World Championship At WrestleMania, 5 Best WWE Tag Team Champions Of The Golden Era (& 5 Worst). The club has expanded, adding a USPHL Elite level team for the upcoming 2022-23 season. During the summer of 2011, three NHL enforcers died. Retired players [ edit] He was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2002. The pest's primary role is to draw penalties from opposing players, thus "getting them off their game", while not actually intending to fight the opposition player (although exceptions to this do occur). For his career, Schultz averaged more than four minutes per game in the penalty box: the highest rate ever. What about John Scott? His NHL career was ended when he broke his pelvis in a motorcycle accident, but during his time in the league, few were as feared as Tony Twist. Out of his 71 career fights, he barely lost any. Still, hes never bested the 231 minutes he spent in the box in first year in the league. Brashear ended his career with over 2,600 penalty minutes, and one of. Dave Manson was a dependable force on D for an impressive 20 NHL seasons. After all, a Gordie Howe hat trick is when a player scores a goal, gets an assist, and has a fight in the same game. With Jay Baruchel, Gino Odjick, Wendel Clark, Chris Chelios. Injuries hampered the career of this bruiser, but he still managed to rack up the ninth most penalty minutes of all time. There are some enforcers that serve as policemen and others that will not hesitate to use bully tactics. So, Jonathan dropped (and bloodied) Bouchard witha flurry of rights and left everyone in awe. In 1987, he also did something unique to the enforcers on this list: released a cookbook entitled Done Like Dinner: Tiger in the Kitchen. During that time, he watched the back of legends like Phil Esposito, Ray Bourque, and Bobby Orr. Tiger played with a number of teams over his career but he is best known as the enforcer for the Vancouver Canucks when they went on their Stanley Cup run in 1982, before losing to the New York Islanders. Finally, hockey fights can settle scores as there is an unwritten rule that if you made a dirty hit or injured a player, you will have to pay the price at some point. During the 1977-1978 season, he led the Bruins in points (90) and penalty minutes (211). His real name was Dave. Their circumstances vary, but in the wake of Todd Ewens death, attention is again being focused on similarities found among NHL enforcers who have died in an era of increasing concern regarding repeated head trauma in sports. Sasha Steinlight. April 25, 2019. Tiger Williams: The all-time leader in career penalty minutes, Tiger Williams had nearly 4000 penalty minutes in only 962 career games. He played a critical role in the Oilers 1988 Stanley Cup run and was eventually traded to the LA Kings with Wayne Gretzky in the 1989 shock deal. OReilly was fiercely protective of his teammates, but also had a scoring touch that he used to net 204 goals and 402 assists during his career. New Jersey Patriots Ice Hockey, Morristown, New Jersey. Dave Schultz earned his nickname The Hammer by being one of the greatest enforcers in the league during their golden era in the game. While his name conjures up images of the Michael J. Foxs Marty McFly character in Back to the Future, Marty McSorley was the furthest thing from the diminutive Californian who time-traveled in the DeLorean with Doc. An enforcer's job is to deter and respond to dirty or violent play by the opposition. While other enforcers may have accumulated more penalty minutes or gotten in more fights, no one else was moreefficient in carrying out his goon duties than Dave Schultz. 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