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The Most Points Scored By A Rookie In NHL History

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The NHL is widely regarded as the premier ice hockey league in the world and is home to the most talented and skilled players in the sport. It was founded in 1917 and has a rich history that spans over a century, with a slew of iconic moments on the ice. It's one honor to win a handful of Stanley Cups, but what about a a rookie taking the league by storm and breaking scoring records? Some of the players who raked in the most points scored by a rookie in NHL history did just that.

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Rookies are a significant and exciting part of the league. They are young, up-and-coming players who are in their first year of playing in the NHL. Rookies are typically newly drafted players or undrafted free agents who have earned a spot on an NHL team's roster. These players bring fresh talent, energy, and enthusiasm to the league, as they begin their quest to become one of the greatest players of all-time.

Here are the six players with the most points scored in their rookie NHL season:

6. Sidney Crosby: 102 Points

5. Dale Hawerchuk: 103 Points

4. Mike Rogers: 105 Points

3. Alex Ovechkin: 106 Points

2. Peter Stastny: 109 Points

1. Teemu Selanne: 132 Points

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