Flyers lose to minor league affiliate Oct 8, 2008
Philadelphia Flyers veteran hockey players Terry Crisp, left, and goalie Bernie Parent, from the Flyers' Stanley Cup teams, talk before they and other veteran players met in the former Flyers locker room with youngsters from a local youth league on Monday in Philadelphia. The visit by the youngsters was part of a short tour of the sports facility which is slated to be demolished early next year. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
25-year title drought gnaws at Philadelphia Jun 22, 2008
I don't think the fans are too tough, said former Flyers goalie Bernie Parent, the Vezina Trophy winner in both Cup seasons. They are very supportive of all four teams. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Scioscia a rock as Angels' manager Jun 21, 2008
PHILADELPHIA -- When Mike Scioscia was growing up in the area, the Flyers ruled Philly, and the Angels' manager was a rabid fan of Bobby Clarke, Bernie Parent and their ferocious, brazen band of "Broad Street Bullies.". Maybe that accounts for Scioscia's enduring tenacity, a quality that has served him well in a profession that offers a lot of challenges and perks, but not much in the way of job security. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Newcomers Briere, Biron turn Flyers around May 8, 2008
Briere (14) and Prospal (12) are 1-2 in playoff points for the Flyers, and Biron has made the kind of saves that invoked Stanley Cup winning goalie Bernie Parent s name more than a few times in Philadelphia. Upshall scored the winning goal in Game 5 against Montreal and Timonen has been their defensive stopper in both series. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Flyers vs. Penguins: diving, dumping, dislike May 6, 2008
Ray Shero has longed switched loyalties, but he was a self-described rink rat who hung around the Flyers dressing room with players such as Bobby Clarke, Bernie Parent, Bill Barber and Bill Clement. I loved the Flyers, Ray Shero said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Sharks G Nabokov will sit 2 wins shy of record Apr 3, 2008
Nabokov's 5-2 victory over the Kings on Tuesday night was his 46th, the fourth-most in NHL history, trailing only Brodeur, Bernie Parent, the man whose record Brodeur tied and eclipsed by a single win, and Vancouver's , who tied Parent's record last season ... Bernie Parent's record for wins in a single season by a goalie stood for 33 years before Roberto Luongo tied it and Martin Broeduer broke its ... Brodeur broke the 33-year old mark set by Bernie Parent in 1973-74. (ESPN -- NHL)
Nabokov ices his 46th victory Sharks' rout finishes home slate Apr 2, 2008
Nabokov, who has played in 75 of the Sharks' 80 games, is fourth in NHL history behind Brodeur's 48 victories and the 47 wins compiled by Philadelphia's Bernie Parent (1973-74) - who did it before shootouts - and Vancouver's Roberto Luongo (2006-07). Patrick O'Sullivan and Raitis Ivanans scored for the Kings as the clubs began a home-and-home series between the NHL's worst team and its second-best. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Sharks rout Kings 5-2 in home finale Apr 2, 2008
Nabokov, who has played in 75 of the Sharks' 80 games, is fourth in NHL history behind Brodeur's 48 victories and the 47 wins compiled by Philadelphia's Bernie Parent (1973-74) - who did it before shootouts - and Vancouver's Roberto Luongo (2006-07). Even in a one-sided win, the Sharks rested up for the playoffs by playing without forward Jonathan Cheechoo, defenseman Craig Rivet and rookie forward Devin Setoguchi, who all sat out to rest minor injuries. (Anchorage Daily News)
THE NHL'S FINEST: Goaltending legend continues to amaze Mar 18, 2008
And when you think of a goalie as one of the guys on a team with a set identity, Brodeur seems directly descended from Bernie Parent of Philadelphia's legendary Broad Street Bullies. In other words, one can envision Martin Brodeur in any era, and successful in them all. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Perks for Wachovia Center suites Mar 5, 2008
People can be in watching a Flyers game and [Hall of Fame goalie] Bernie Parent might walk in. We'll have drawings right in the suites where people can win unique items like an autographed basketball or an official jersey. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Lehtonen working with Weeks Nov 15, 2007
I would love to see KL become next Bernie Parent or Mike Vernon (familiar name to true state hockey fans). Do not believe it will ever happen. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
New-look Flyers hope to take quantum leap Sep 15, 2007
Briere and Gagne took a couple of practice shots on former Flyers Hall of Fame goalie Bernie Parent after Friday's scrimmage, then posed for a picture with a Ben Franklin impersonator. Yes, it only seems like 1776 since the Flyers last won the Stanley Cup. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Brodeur Sets Record, Devils Clinch Atlantic Crown Apr 6, 2007
Brodeur surpassed Bernie Parent, Philadelphia's stalwart Stanley Cup-winning goalie, for wins in a season with 48 and the Devils clinched the Atlantic Division title with a 3-2 win over the Flyers on Thursday night ... During the Cup years, Flyers fans were fond of a saying: "Only God saves more than Bernie Parent." Well, now there is a goalie who is winning more than Parent ... "I wish that anyone that ever looks at the record has a mention of Bernie Parent and his effort with a shorter season... (CBS New York, NY)
Big nights: Brodeur Apr 6, 2007
Rusty Kennedy / APNew Jersey goalie Martin Brodeur, right, is congratulated byteammate Colin White after the Devils beat the Flyers 3-2 on Thursday to enableBrodeur to surpass former Philadelphia standout Bernie Parent for wins in a NHL season with 48 ... Brodeur surpassed Bernie Parent, Philadelphias stalwart Stanley Cup-winning goalie, for wins in a season with 48 and the Devils clinched the Atlantic Division title with a 3-2 win over the Flyers on Thursday night ... During the Cup... (MSNBC -- Sports)
NHL roundup: Brodeur passes Parent for wins in goal as Devils clinch Atlantic Apr 6, 2007
Martin Brodeur surpassed Bernie Parent, Philadelphia's stalwart Stanley Cup-winning goalie, for wins in a season with 48 and the Devils clinched the Atlantic Division title with a 3-2 win over the Flyers on Thursday night at Philadelphia. Jim Dowd scored a short-handed goal midway through the third period to lift the Devils to their franchise-record 49th victory of the season, surpassing the mark set in 1997-98 and 2000-01. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Kings drop sixth straight Apr 6, 2007
At Philadelphia: Martin Brodeur surpassed Bernie Parent, Philadelphia's stalwart Stanley Cup-winning goalie, for wins in a season with 48 and the Devils clinched the Atlantic Division title with a win over the Flyers. Sabres 4, Bruins 2. (North County Times)
National Hockey League Game Capsules Apr 6, 2007
Brodeur secured his 48th win of 2006-07 and in the process broke the record that was formerly held by longtime Flyers goaltender Bernie Parent. The Devils, who are now division champions for the seventh time in the last 10 seasons, won their second consecutive game under the guidance of new head coach Lou Lamoriello. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Mistake by Flyers Sanderson opens door for Brodeur Apr 6, 2007
Thanks in part to that power-play goof by Sanderson, the Devils clinched the rather mythical Atlantic Division title, and Brodeur eclipsed the mystical mark of 47 victories by Flyers legend Bernie Parent, an NHL record which had stood since 1974. Brodeur (48-23-7) did it in style, stopping 34 Flyers shots and seemingly winning the admiration of a rather skimpy Philadelphia crowd. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
The Masters: Rose in full bloom while most players wilt Apr 6, 2007
Brodeur surpassed Bernie Parent, Philadelphia's stalwart Stanley Cup-winning goalie, for wins in a season with 48 and the Devils clinched the Atlantic Division title with a 3-2 win last night against the Flyers ... During the Cup years, Flyers fans were fond of a saying: "Only God saves more than Bernie Parent." Well, now there is a goalie who is winning more than Parent. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Top games to watch in final week Apr 4, 2007
New Jersey's Martin Brodeur enters the week with 46, just one off the mark of 47 set in 1973-74 by Bernie Parent. With the Atlantic title on the line, Brodeur should start all of the team's remaining games. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Devils down Bruins, move into first place Apr 2, 2007
Martin Brodeur made 17 saves to post his 46th win of the season, one shy of the NHL single-season mark set by Bernie Parent in 1973-74. They have scored less goals than us yet they have found a way to win, and they win through defense, through solid neutral zone play and of course, when you get through that, you have Marty to contend with, Bruins coach Dave Lewis said of the Devils. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rangers 1 Win Away From Playoff Return Apr 2, 2007
Martin Brodeur made 17 saves to post his 46th win, one shy of the NHL single-season mark set by Philadelphia's Bernie Parent in 1973-74. Gionta missed 19 of the previous 21 games because of a groin injury. (Helena Independent Record)
Parent on the NHL: Injuries taking toll on dwindling defense Apr 2, 2007
For you Bernie Parent fans looking at Vancouver's Roberto Luongo as a likely record breaker of Parent's all-time high of 47 wins in a season, know that Canucks coach Alain Vigneault has said Luongo will likely have one of these last few games off. Of course, if he's still shy of the record, he wouldn't be sitting then, would he. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
McCaffery: Stability in net first step back for Flyers Mar 28, 2007
That reluctance was particularly puzzling given that the best moments of their existence came only when Bernie Parent and later Ron Hextall essentially had immunity from playing-time threat. More, it grew frustrating to Flyers fans when Bob Clarke would rather gamble with, say, an aged John Vanbiesbrouck than hire a rising goaltender in his prime, particularly when, a dozen exits to the north, the New Jersey Devils were dominating them with one goalie, just one, always the same one, never a... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Flyers at 40: Parent is the stopping force in victory Mar 27, 2007
They ve blown through the competition, winning eight straight tournament games and riding goaltender Bernie Parent in every contest. But what happens when you put the top Flyers team against themselves. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Flyers at 40, Best Team Ever: Cup champs sweep; '78-'79 guts it out Feb 23, 2007
Bernie Parent was an astounding 47-13-12 with a 1 ... Bill Barber and Bernie Parent battled for star of the game honors, with Barber eventually winning out late in the third period when he registered a hat trick to make it 5-0 in favor of '73-74 ... As for '78-79, it was a well-balanced team, led by Bill Barber's 80 points, and yeoman's work in net by Wayne Stephenson, who replaced Bernie Parent after an eye injury ended his career. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Penguins Notebook: Brodeur and Hart Trophy unlikely match Feb 17, 2007
That left him 12 wins shy of the league record of 47 Bernie Parent of Philadelphia set in 1973-74, and five shutouts away from the NHL mark of 15 Chicago's Tony Esposito established in 1969-70. Brodeur said yesterday that he would like to win the Hart, even though it's not an objective on which he has focused. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Penguins Notebook: No. 1 line copes with 'slump' Feb 16, 2007
At 35-15-5, New Jersey goaltender Martin Brodeur is on pace to reach 50 wins this season, giving him a chance to break the NHL record of 47 set by Philadelphia's Bernie Parent in 1973-74. "I care a lot about this," he told The Record of Bergen County after beating Montreal, 5-2, Wednesday night. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
McCaffery: Flyers fans realized Primeau was special Feb 15, 2007
But championships matter, too, which is why only Bobby Clarke, Bernie Parent, Barry Ashbee and Billy Barber have their Flyers numbers retired, and why it apparently is unlikely that there will be company in the ceiling any time soon. Primeau s No. 25 would not be out of place in that constellation of Flyers greats. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Puck drops on greatest Flyers team debate Jan 30, 2007
And then they had Bernie Parent in goal. He had 12 shutouts that season and a goals against average of 2. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Flyers at 40: The Best Team Ever, a fantasy competition Jan 28, 2007
Bernie Parent (six teams --1967-68, 68-69, 73-74, 74-75, 76-77, 77-78). Pete Peeters (three teams -- 1979-80, 80-81, 81-82). (The Delaware County Times, PA)
