Denis Herron

Ice hockey player, 1975 WHA champion

Denis Herron - Ice hockey player, 1975 WHA champion
Born

June 18th, 1952
72 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A Canadian ice hockey player, prominent during the 1970s and 1980s, played as a goaltender. Started professional career in the World Hockey Association (WHA) and later transitioned to the National Hockey League (NHL). Achieved success with the Quebec Nordiques in the WHA, winning the Avco World Trophy in 1975. Played in the NHL for teams including the Pittsburgh Penguins, Kansas City Scouts, and the St. Louis Blues. Known for solid performances in net and contributing to team dynamics.

Won the Avco World Trophy with Quebec Nordiques

Played for Pittsburgh Penguins and St. Louis Blues

Competed in the NHL and WHA

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