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12,362 per game
RetroSeasons
RetroSeasons recaps past sports seasons through stories, photos, videos, and stats from every team, league, and stadium in history. Coverage includes the NBA, NFL, MLB and NHL, as well as vintage media from defunct teams and leagues.
Detroit Red Wings
1952-53 Season Recap
Gordie Howe narrowly missies becoming the first player in league history to score 50 goals in a season as he captures the Hart Trophy for the 2nd straight season with 49 goals. The Red Wings would go on to capture their 5th straight league title with a 37-19-14 record. However, in the playoffs the Wings would be stunned in 6 games by the Boston Bruins.