Andy Bathgate
Ice hockey player, coach, and manager
Born
August 28th, 1932
93 years ago
Died
February 26th, 2016
9 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for 17 seasons, primarily with the New York Rangers. Secured the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's Most Valuable Player in 1959. Contributed to the game's evolution with offensive skills and playmaking ability. Served as a coach and manager after retirement from playing, influencing the development of future players.
Won the Hart Memorial Trophy in 1959
Played primarily for the New York Rangers
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1978
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