San Jose Sharks forward Patrick Marleau, 41, secures NHL history, sets all-time record for games played, surpassing Gordie Howe
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Marleau honored for setting NHL's games played record (0:16)
Patrick Marleau plays in the 1,768th game of his career, breaking Hall of Famer Gordie Howe's record for the most in NHL history. (0:16)
San Jose Sharks forward Patrick Marleau played in his 1,768th career game on Monday night at the Vegas Golden Knights, breaking Hall of Famer Gordie Howe's record for the most in NHL history.
"So many emotions going through your head," said Marleau, whose Sharks lost to the Knights 3-2 in a shootout. "The emotional roller-coaster was definitely a long ride, and I'm blessed to have been able to do this."