Eddie Shack
Ice Hockey Player and Hall of Famer
Born
February 11th, 1937
88 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A former professional ice hockey player participated in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1956 to 1975. Played primarily as a left winger, achievements include winning the Stanley Cup with the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1962. Renowned for a charismatic personality on and off the ice, gained popularity through entertaining fans and teammates. Concluded a successful career with stints at various teams including the New York Rangers and Los Angeles Kings.
Winning the Stanley Cup with Toronto Maple Leafs in 1962
Earning the title of an NHL All-Star
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