Jacques Plante

Hard to believe, but there was a time when NHL goaltenders didn’t wear masks or helmets. Incredible when you think of the speed of the game and how badly you can get hurt if you get hit by a puck. But that’s the way it was until Montreal Canadien goaltender Jacques Plante became the first to wear a full facemask.

Dale Mussen

First Goaltender To Wear A Mask – Dale’s Daily Data [VIDEO]

Hard to believe, but there was a time when NHL goaltenders didn’t wear masks or helmets. Incredible when you think of the speed of the game and how badly you can get hurt if you get hit by a puck. But that’s the way it was until Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jacques Plante became the first to wear a full facemask.

Dale Mussen

Dale’s Daily Data: 1st NHL Hockey Mask

Hard to believe, but there was a time when NHL goaltenders didn’t wear masks or helmets. Incredible when you think of the speed of the game and how badly you can get hurt if you get hit by a puck.

Dale Mussen