Roger Crozier

Ice hockey player and Hart Trophy winner

Roger Crozier - Ice hockey player and Hart Trophy winner
Born

March 16th, 1942
83 years ago

Died

January 11th, 1996
29 years ago — 53 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Crozier played as a goaltender in the National Hockey League. His professional career spanned from 1959 to 1974. He gained recognition for his performances with the Detroit Red Wings and Buffalo Sabres. Crozier achieved notable success during the 1964-65 NHL season, earning the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's Most Valuable Player, the first goaltender to win the award since its inception. He was also awarded the Calder Memorial Trophy as the league's Rookie of the Year in 1964. Crozier represented Team Canada in international competitions, contributing to the team's efforts in various tournaments.

Won the Calder Memorial Trophy in 1964

Awarded the Hart Memorial Trophy in 1965

Played for Detroit Red Wings and Buffalo Sabres

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