The Legend Of Bullet Joe Simpson
Hockey Hall of Fame defenseman Bullet Joe Simpson was known for his incredible "corkscrew" end-to-end rushes.
Bullet Joe Simpson has to be one of the best hockey names of all time. He was also one of the best defensemen ever. The nickname "Bullet Joe" comes from being such a fantastic, fast skater who regularly made incredible end-to-end rushes, and was known for firing bullet shots from center-ice at opposing goaltenders. It was also a reference to the wounds …
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