"I had a great time, and I always took care of my body. That's the thing some players don't. For a goalie, there's no reason he can't play until he's 40 if he takes care of himself. The reflexes are still there."
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Tony Esposito
Anthony James "Tony O" Esposito (born April 23, 1943 – August 10, 2021) is a retired professional ice hockey goaltender, who played in the National Hockey League, most notably for the Chicago Black Hawks. He is considered one of the pioneers of the now popular butterfly style. Tony's brother Phil, also played in the NHL, He was the first NHL Goalie to wear the number 35.
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