Darryl Sittler
Ice hockey player, 1976 NHL All-Star Game MVP
Born
September 18th, 1950
74 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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This Canadian ice hockey player excelled in the National Hockey League (NHL) during the 1970s and is celebrated for his tenure with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Sittler played center and made significant contributions to his team's success, standing out as a top scorer. His 1976 game against the Boston Bruins is remarkable, where he scored six goals in one match. Sittler represented Canada in various international competitions and was part of the Canadian team that competed in the 1976 World Ice Hockey Championship. After his time in Toronto, he played for the Philadelphia Flyers before retiring. Induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame occurred in 1989, solidifying his legacy in ice hockey history.
Scored six goals in one NHL game
1976 NHL All-Star Game MVP
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1989
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