Dave Schultz
Ice hockey player and referee, Stanley Cup
Born
October 14th, 1949
75 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A Canadian ice hockey player and referee. Played as a left winger in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Philadelphia Flyers, where participation in the 1974 and 1975 Stanley Cup championships occurred. Later transitioned into officiating games within the same league, becoming an impactful referee in the sport. Known for physical style of play and contribution to the Flyers' championship runs in the mid-1970s.
Played for the Philadelphia Flyers
Participated in two consecutive Stanley Cup victories
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