Ted Irvine

Ice hockey player for New York Rangers

Ted Irvine - Ice hockey player for New York Rangers
Born

December 8th, 1944
80 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1963 to 1974. Teams included the New York Rangers, Los Angeles Kings, and the St. Louis Blues. Participated in over 500 NHL games and contributed as a left winger during his career. Established a reputation for physical play and solid two-way performance. After retiring, transitioned into coaching and mentoring young players.

Played for the New York Rangers

Competed in over 500 NHL games

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