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Teemu Selanne set an NHL rookie record with the Winnipeg Jets on this day in 1993, and the Detroit Red Wings' Octopus-throwing tradition began this day in 1952.

Teemu Selanne set an NHL rookie record with the Winnipeg Jets on this day in 1993 that hasn't been threatened ever since.
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Here's today's NHL Nugget – this Milestone Monday goes back to April 15, 1993, when Teemu Selanne scored his 76th goal of the season for the Winnipeg Jets to finish off a rookie season that may not be touched for a long time. We also head back to April 15, 1952, when the Detroit Red Wings won the Stanley Cup and started a unique tradition.

Teemu Selanne set an NHL rookie record with the Winnipeg Jets on this day in 1993 that hasn't been threatened ever since.

Brian T. Dessart takes fans on a distinctive ride through the historic-laden NHL with the #NHLNugget. Check out NHLNugget.com to find where to follow NHL Nugget on social media.