Bill Mosienko

Ice hockey player; set scoring record

Bill Mosienko - Ice hockey player; set scoring record
Born

November 2nd, 1921
104 years ago

Died

July 9th, 1994
31 years ago — 72 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

Links & References

Played for the Chicago Blackhawks in the National Hockey League. Achieved notoriety for scoring three goals in just 21 seconds during a single game against the New York Rangers on March 23, 1952. Also contributed as a coach after retiring from playing. Represented Canada in international competitions, including the World Championships.

Scored three goals in 21 seconds

Played for Chicago Blackhawks

Competed in international championships

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