No goaltender in NHL history has won more Vezina Trophies than Jacques Plante, who claimed the prestigious honor seven times. A six-time Stanley Cup champion and a Hart Trophy winner, Plante's most enduring legacy is his groundbreaking introduction of the goalie mask. Following a facial injury in 1959, he became the first NHL netminder to regularly wear a mask, revolutionizing both player safety and goaltending strategy. The mask not only offered crucial protection but also enabled a more aggressive style of play, forever changing the position. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1978, Plante’s impact on hockey remains unmatched. Officially Licensed Product of the NHL, NHLPA, and/or NHLAA. All copyright, logos, and marks are the property of their respective owners and are used, under license, by Sweet. All Rights Reserved. [Terms Apply](https://nhlbreakaway.com/terms).