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John Tavares Nets 500th NHL Goal in Maple Leafs’ Loss to Blue Jackets

The 35-year-old becomes the 49th NHL player to reach 500 goals after a strong start to the season.

Overview

  • The milestone came late in the third period of a 6-3 defeat to Columbus.
  • He is the second player to hit 500 while playing for Toronto, joining Mats Sundin.
  • His career totals now stand at 500 goals, 628 assists and 1,128 points across 1,195 games in his 17th season.
  • The tally was his sixth of the year, giving him the team lead in goals and 14 points through 11 games.
  • He is playing the first season of a four-year deal with a $4.38 million annual cap hit.