| Simon Gagne was drafted 22nd overall in the 1998 Entry Draft by the Philadelphia Flyers. He made his NHL debut one season later in 1999-2000 and finished second in rookie goal-scoring with 20 goals. That year he was a All-Rookie Team forward and helped the Flyers win the Atlantic Division title. In 2000-01, Simon led the Flyers with a +24 plus/minus rating as the team cracked the 100-point mark for the second straight year. In 69 games, he scored 27 goals and 59 points. Also in 2000-01 he made All-Star Game, and played on a line with Mario Lemieux and Brett Hull. In 2001-02, Simon led the Flyers with 33 goals and finished second with 66 points. He finished tied for third in the league (second on the team) with a +31 plus/minus rating as the Flyers won the Atlantic Division title. This year, Gagne is off to a torrid start, and, paired with playmaker Peter Forsberg, has formed one of the most productive and lethal lines in the league. This framed 8x10 photo is signed by Gagne and comes with a BC Sports Certificate of Authenticity. |
