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12/03/1966 Bobby Hull's 51st goal of season, sets record

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Memories: Hull makes history scoring goal number 51

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Bobby Hull 50th and 51st goal

Bobby Hull became the 1st NHL player to score more than 50 goals in a season, surpassing Maurice Richard and Bernie Geoffrion. His 51st goal against the New York Rangers earned him a 7-minute standing ovation from the Chicago Stadium spectators. He scored 54 goals that season.