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Pittsburgh Penguins History: Coffey and Murphy get the Nod

Pittsburgh Penguins, Larry Murphy. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)

A look at Paul Coffey and Larry Murphy’s time with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

On Jun. 10, 2004, it was announced that Pittsburgh Penguins Alumni, Larry Murphy, and Paul Coffey would be joining the Hockey Hall of Fame as part of the 2004 induction class.

Here is a look back at Coffey and Murphy’s time with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Best Served Cold

Coffey’s entry deal to the Penguins stands as one of the biggest trades in team history.

On Nov. 24, 1987, Craig Simpson, Dave Hannan, Moe Mantha, and Chris Joesph were sent to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for Coffey, Wayne Van Drop, and Dave Hunter.