Esposito began his career with the Chicago Blackhawks in 1963, and he quickly established himself as one of the best players in the league. He was a five-time All-Star and won the Art Ross Trophy as the league's leading scorer in 1969 and 1974. He was also a two-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner as the league's most valuable player.
Esposito was traded to the Boston Bruins in 1967, and he quickly became the face of the franchise. He led the Bruins to two Stanley Cup championships in 1970 and 1972, and he was the first player in NHL history to score 100 points in a single season. He was also the first player to score 50 goals in a season, and he holds the record for most goals in a single season with 76.
Esposito was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1984, and his number 7 was retired by the Bruins in 1987. He was also named one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in 2017.
Esposito was a trailblazer in the sport of hockey, and his legacy will live on for generations to come. He was a dominant scorer and a leader on the ice, and his career accomplishments will never be forgotten.
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