Denneny began his hockey career in the National Hockey Association (NHA) in 1915, playing for the Ottawa Senators. He was an immediate success, scoring a league-leading 24 goals in his first season. He continued to be a top scorer for the Senators, leading the league in goals in 1917 and 1918. He also helped the Senators win the Stanley Cup in 1920.
In 1924, Denneny was traded to the Boston Bruins, where he continued to be a top scorer. He led the league in goals in 1925 and 1926, and was the first player to score 100 goals in the NHL. He also helped the Bruins reach the Stanley Cup Final in 1927 and 1929.
In 1930, Denneny was traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs, where he continued to be a top scorer. He led the league in goals in 1931 and 1932, and was the first player to score 200 goals in the NHL. He retired after the 1932-33 season, having scored a total of 228 goals in the NHL.
Throughout his career, Denneny was known for his speed and skill. He was one of the first players to use a curved stick, which allowed him to shoot the puck with greater accuracy. He was also known for his physical play, often getting into fights with opposing players.
Denneny was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1959. He is remembered as one of the greatest players of the early NHL, and his legacy continues to live on in the game today.
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