The Top 10 Hockey Goals of All Time

A countdown of the most amazing, jaw-dropping, and simply beautiful goals ever scored in the history of hockey. From Wayne Gretzky to Sidney Crosby these are the goals that will live on forever.

Wayne Gretzky’s “The Great One”

On November 9, 1989, Wayne Gretzky scored his 802nd career goal, breaking Gordie Howe’s record for most goals scored in a career. Gretzky’s record-breaking goal was scored against the Vancouver Canucks in a 5-2 victory for the Los Angeles Kings

Gretzky finished his career with 894 goals, which is a record that still stands today. In second place is Jaromir Jagr, with 766 goals. Gretzky’s record is unlikely to ever be broken, as the next highest scoring active player is Alexander Ovechkin, with 620 goals.

1. Wayne Gretzky vs. Vancouver Canucks – November 9, 1989
2. Mario Lemieux vs. New Jersey Devils – March 26, 1997
3. Brett Hull vs. Buffalo Sabres – May 1, 1999
4. Darryl Sittler vs. Philadelphia Flyers – February 7, 1976
5. Pavel Bure vs. Vancouver Canucks – April 15, 1994
6. Joe Sakic vs. Detroit Red Wings – April 1, 1996
7. Steve Yzerman vs St Louis Blues – April 28, 1996
8. Patrick Roy vs Montreal Canadiens – May 4, 1993
9 Mark Messier vs Calgary Flames – May 25, 1988
10 Cam Neely vs Hartford Whalers – December 21, 1985

Bobby Orr’s “The Flying Goal”

Bobby Orr’s “The Flying Goal” is considered by many to be the greatest hockey goal of all time. Orr, a defenseman for the Boston Bruins scored the game-winning goal in overtime of Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals against the St. Louis Blues The Blues were leading the series 2-1 at the time.

Orr collected the puck near his own blue line and started up ice. He weaved his way through traffic, avoiding numerous checkers along the way. As he approached the Blues’ net, Orr was knocked to the ice by a defender, but he managed to get off a shot while lying on his back. The puck flew past goaltender Glenn Hall and into the net, giving Orr and the Bruins a 3-2 series lead.

The Bruins would go on to win the Stanley Cup in seven games. Orr’s goal is widely regarded as one of the most significant in hockey history.

Mario Lemieux’s “The Magnificent One”

On December 31, 1988, Mario Lemieux of the Pittsburgh Penguins scored what is widely regarded as one of the greatest goals in NHL history The play came against the New Jersey Devils and saw Lemieux weave his way through three defenders before tucking the puck past goaltender Sean Burke.

The goal was christened “The Magnificent One” by then-Penguins Head Coach Bob Johnson, and it remains one of the most iconic moments in franchise history. In the years since, it has been ranked as one of the top 10 hockey goals of all time by a number of publications.

Gordie Howe’s “Mr. Hockey”

1. Gordie Howe’s “Mr. Hockey”

Gordie Howe was one of the most prolific Goal Scorers of all time, and he cemented his legacy with this beauty of a goal. Howe picked up the puck in his own zone, weaved his way through the entire opposition, and then lifted the puck over the goaltender’s glove. It was a thing of absolute beauty, and it perfectly encapsulated Howe’s incredible skillset.

2. Wayne Gretzky’s “The Great One”

Wayne Gretzky is widely considered to be the greatest hockey player of all time, and this goal is a big reason why. Gretzky picked up the puck in his own zone, made a beeline for the net, and then roofed a beautiful backhander over the goaltender’s shoulder. It was a perfect display of Gretzky’s speed, skill, and scoring touch, and it remains one of the most iconic goals in hockey history.

3. Mario Lemieux’s “Super Mario”

Like Gordie Howe and Wayne Gretzky before him, Mario Lemieux was one of the most gifted offensive players in hockey history. He proved that with this magnificent goal against the New Jersey Devils. Lemieux picked up the puck in his own zone, Skated through traffic like it wasn’t even there,and then deked goaltender Martin Brodeur out of his mind before scoring. It was an absolutely incredible goal, and it cemented Lemieux’s reputation as one of the greatest players of all time.

4. Bobby Orr’s “Flying Goal”

Bobby Orr is widely considered to be the greatest defenseman of all time, and this breathtaking goal is a big reason why. Orr picked up the puck near midfield, flew past every single player on both teams,and then sniped a beautiful Wrist Shot past helpless goaltender Glenn Hall. It was an unbelievable display of Orr’s speed, skill, and athleticism, and it remains one of the most iconic goals in hockey history.

5. Brett Hull’s “The Golden Goal”

Brett Hull is one of the greatest snipers in hockey history, and he proved that with this famous goal against Dmitry Jeremejevs in overtime of game six in the 1999 Stanley Cup Finals. Hull skated into position near Jeremejevs’ crease before perfectly timing his shot under Jeremejevs’ crossbar for the game-winning score. It was an absolutely nt play by Hull, and it clinched him a place in hockey lore forever.

6.”The Shot Heard ‘Round The World””

In 1950, Bill Barilko scored arguablythe most famous goal in hockey history: “The Shot Heard ‘Round The World.” With just seconds remaining in overtimeof game five in the Stanley Cup Finals betweenthe Toronto Maple Leafs and Detroit Red Wings ,Barilko One-timed a pass from Howie Meeker into net to give Toronto their fourth consecutive Stanley Cup title., The goal itself wasn’t particularly pretty,, but it was immensely important.,It not only won Torontothe Stanley Cup , but it also ended longest playoff droughtin NHL history , , , , , , , ,

7.”Overtime Winner Ends 52-Year Drought”

In 2014,, Alex Ovechkin scoredthe biggest goalof his career: an overtime winner againstthe Montreal Canadiensin game sevenof their first-round playoff series., The goal markedthe endof a 52-year Stanley Cup droughtfor Washington,,and it sent themto round two where they would eventually fall to eventual championsNew York Rangers , Still,, Ovechkin’s overtime winnerremainsone of the biggest momentsin recent memory., , , , , , , , ;

Bobby Hull’s “The Golden Jet”

Bobby Hull’s “The Golden Jet” is often considered the best goal of all time. The Chicago Blackhawks star cut across the top of the zone, deked a defender and then lifted a perfect shot over the goalie’s glove. The goal was so impressive that it was featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated

Guy Lafleur’s “The Flower”

1. Guy Lafleur’s ‘The Flower’
The most spectacular individual rush in Stanley Cup Playoff History belongs to Lafleur, who, in Game 6 of the 1977 Stanley Cup Semifinals against the Boston Bruins raced down the length of the ice, deked around Boston defenseman Brad Park twice and then beat Bruins goaltender Gerry Cheevers with a backhand shot. The goal was voted the “Play of the Century” in a 2009 fan poll conducted by NHL.com.

Maurice “Rocket” Richard’s “The Rocket”

Maurice “Rocket” Richard’s “The Rocket” is widely considered to be the best goal of all time. The goal, which came against the Montreal Canadiens was voted the greatest moment in Stanley Cup history in a poll conducted by the Hockey Hall of Fame

Jean Beliveau’s “Le Gros Bill”

In Jean Beliveau’s “Le Gros Bill”, he picked up the puck in his own end, skated through the entire Montreal Canadiens team, avoided a flyingbody-check from Boston’s John cherry, then beat Bruins goaltender Don Simmons with a backhand shot. It is considered not only the greatest goal of all time, but one of the most iconic moments in hockey history.

Phil Esposito’s “The Big E”

In Game 6 of the 1972 Stanley Cup Finals Boston Bruins center Phil Esposito scored the tying goal late in the third period to force overtime against the Chicago Blackhawks Then, he netted the game-winner in overtime to give the Bruins their second straight Stanley Cup championship. The goals were especially sweet for Esposito, who was born and raised in Chicago.

Steve Yzerman’s “The Captain”

On April 28, 2006, in Game 5 of the first round of the playoffs, Steve Yzerman scored an iconic goal that has come to be known simply as “The Captain.” With the game tied at 2 and just over a minute left in regulation, Yzerman picked up the puck in his own end, skated into the offensive zone deked around two defenders and then roofed a wrist shot over the goaltender’s glove. The goal sent the Red Wings to the second round and cemented Yzerman’s legacy as one of the greatest players of all time.