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(Canadian-American Professional Ice Hockey Goaltender) Tony Esposito was a Canadian-American professional ice hockey goaltender known for popularizing the butterfly style. He played 16 seasons in the NHL, primarily with the Chicago Black Hawks. Esposito won the Vezina Trophy three times and set a modern NHL record for shutouts in a season. He was awarded the Calder Trophy for best rookie, named to the league's All-Star Teams multiple times, and represented Canada in international competition. His impact on the sport led to his inclusion among the '100 Greatest NHL Players' in history.