Eddie Shore
Canadian ice hockey player
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About Eddie Shore
Admired for his defensive skills and toughness, Canadian ice hockey legend Eddie Shore is considered as one of the greatest players to star in the National Hockey League. Mostly used as a defenceman, Shore began his professional career in 1925 with Western Canada Hockey League side the Regina Capitals.
He went on to play for the Edmonton Eskimos in 1926 before joining NHL’s Boston Bruins. He played a key role in the team’s 1929 Stanley Cup success. A decade later, he helped the team to win the cup again.
After his Playing Career
After leaving the Bruins in 1939, he purchased the American Hockey League’s Springfield Indians. He worked as a player-owner before it folded up during the Second World War. He later joined the Buffalo Bisons as a coach where he won two Calder Cups. Shore also bought the Oakland Oaks, which was then playing in the Pacific Coast Hockey League.
Personal Life
He was married to Kate Macrae.
Honors
In 1947, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. He’s also a member of Canada's Sports Hall of Fame. The Canadian won four Hart Memorial Trophies, and was a recipient of the Lester B. Patrick Award in 1970.
Trivia
Canadian actor Stephen McHattie played his character in the 2010 miniseries “Keep Your Head Up Kid: The Don Cherry Story”.
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F.A.Q. about Eddie Shore
When is his birthday?
Eddie Shore's birthday is on November 25, 1902.
In how many days is his birthday?
Eddie's birthday is in 214 days
How old was Eddie when he died?
He was 82 years old.
When did he die?
He died in March 16, 1985.
How old would he be today?
Eddie Shore would be 121 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Eddie from?
He was born in Fort Qu'Appelle, SK, CAN.