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Recalling Tony Esposito

The Maven recalls the first time he saw Tony Esposito play. Olympic decision coming soon. Coach Cooper coaching Canada. Larry Pleau joins the Coyotes.

Stan Fischler
Aug 12, 2021
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Tony Esposito dies at 78, Hockey Hall of Fame goalie

I like to think I discovered Tony Esposito.

The date was December 5, 1968 and I happened to be in Boston to interview Bruins center Derek Sanderson for a book -- "I've Got To Be Me" -- we eventually did.

The Bruins were hosting Montreal that night and I happened to be sitting in a down-low arena seat directly opposite the Canadiens goal for two periods.

Th…

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