Historical Hockey and Sports Memorabilia Auction June 2025
Concluding his Hall of Fame career with 1,337 regular season NHL games under his belt, Adam Oates is one of less than 400 of the approx 7,500 skaters and goaltenders that have suited up for at least one regular season game, to have reached the 1,000 game milestone; earning the coveted status of the Silver Stick. Oates played his 1,000th match while with the Washington Capitals, on December 22, 1999 vs Vancouver. A time-honored tradition in the NHL, symbolizing the player's dedication and impact on the sport, this "1,000th NHL Game" milestone silver stick was presented to the five-time NHL All-Star. Sporting a hefty weight of 17 pounds and usually produced of silver plated bronze or stainless steel, the stick is made to the exact specifications of the players current model stick including the pattern and lie. The length is approx 57" from the top of the shaft to the base of the blade. There is engraving on the frontside blade, with "The Washington Capitals Congratulate ADAM OATES on Appearing in his 1000th NHL game - Washington at Vancouver - December 22, 1999" In gorgeous condition overall with minor scratches throughout it's length, the stick is ready for tasteful display. Hailing from the personal collection of Adam Oates, his signed LOA will accompany.
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