Most hockey fans know that a Gordie Howe Hat Trick is a goal, an assist, and a fight in the same game. It’s also no secret that Gordie Howe only achieved the feat twice in his illustrious career, but that’s a separate subject.
Since the GH3 isn’t an official NHL stat, it’s been difficult to find accurate information on it. But late last year, the NHL published its historical box scores, which included penalty minutes.
So, how many do the Caps have? The answer is 43, plus 4 in the playoffs. For comparison, Rick Tocchet has 18 on his own, while Brendan Shanahan and Brian Sutter have 17.