Richard, Maurice

Richard, Maurice (Joseph Henri Maurice Richard) (zhōzĕf` äNrē` môrēs` rē`shär'), 1921–2000, Canadian hockey player, b. Montreal. Richard, nicknamed "the Rocket" by his admirers, played his entire career (1942–60) with the Montreal Canadiens, where he became a great hockey star and a French-Canadian icon. He established many National Hockey League records, including becoming the first to score 50 goals in a regular season, which was then 50 games, and eight points in one game. His career total was 544 goals in regular season play.

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Richard, (Joseph Henri) Maurice

(born Aug. 4, 1921, Montreal, Que., Can.—died May 27, 2000, Montreal) Canadian ice-hockey player. He played right wing for the Montreal Canadiens (1942–60) and became the first National Hockey League player to score 50 goals in a regular (50-game) season (1943–44). His nickname, “Rocket,” reflected his speed and aggressive play. He was also noted for his clutch scoring and fiery temper.