[Cecil "Tiny" Thompson
Thompson spent most of his career with the Boston Bruins. His spectacular play was exceeded only by his longevity. During his 12-year NHL career, Thompson led all goalies in games played nine times, while winning four Vezina Trophies. In his rookie season of 1928-29 he posted a 1.15 goals against mark and led Boston to 26 wins while appearing in all 44 games. In the playoffs, he helped the Bruins win the first Stanley Cup in franchise history. During the 1935-36 season, Thompson entered the record book when he fed a pass to defenseman Babe Siebert, who went on to score. Thompson became the first goalie ever to earn an assist in the NHL. ]
1/1/1936