Roy Worters
Ice hockey player, 1928 Hart Trophy winner
Born
October 19th, 1900
124 years ago
Died
1957
68 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played as a goaltender in the National Hockey League, achieving recognition for exceptional skill and agility. Competed for the New York Americans and the Pittsburgh Pirates during the 1920s and early 1930s. Won the Hart Trophy in 1928, awarded to the most valuable player of the NHL, marking a highlight in a distinguished professional career.
Won the Hart Trophy in 1928
Selected for the NHL All-Star Game multiple times
Played for New York Americans and Pittsburgh Pirates
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