What happened: Former professional hockey player Bob Barlow recently shared the story behind his 1969 NHL debut, where he set a record for the fastest goal by a player in his first game. Barlow, who reached the league at age 34 after 14 years in the minors, scored just six seconds into his first shift, a feat he now places second to his 67-year marriage to his late wife, Marilyn.
NHL·June 13, 2026 04:04 PM ET
Former NHLer Bob Barlow reflects on 1969 record debut and 67-year marriage
1969 record-holder calls family his greatest achievement.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 131 min read
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