Terry Sawchuck
Canadian ice hockey player
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About Terry Sawchuck
Canadian professional ice hockey goalkeeper had a career that spanned over two decades. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for 21 seasons. He also played for a number of teams, including the Detroit Red Wings, Toronto Maple Leafs, and the New York Rangers.
Family
He was the third of five children: three brothers and an adopted daughter of Louis Sawchuk.
He married Patricia Ann Bowman Morey in 1953 and they had seven children. They however got divorced in 1969.
Ice Hockey Career
At age fourteen a local scout for the Detroit Red Wings gave him the chance to work out with the team. He was later signed on an amateur contract where he played for the junior team.
In 1947, he was given a full-time contract, he continued to excel and won the "Rookie of the Year" in the U.S. and American Hockey Leagues.
Sawchuk's final season was spent with the New York Rangers, where he played occasionally, playing only six games.
Accomplishments
He won the Calder Trophy, earned the Vezina Trophy in four different seasons, and was a four-time Stanley Cup champion. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1971.
In 1982, he was inducted into the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame and Museum.
The Detroit Red Wings retired his jersey number in 1994.
In 1975, he was inducted into the Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame.
Trivia
Detroit general manager Jack Adams, asked Sawchuk to lose weight before the 1951–52 season.
Death
He died from a pulmonary embolism in May, 1970, aged 40.
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F.A.Q. about Terry Sawchuck
When is Terry Sawchuck's birthday?
Terry Sawchuck's birthday is on December 28, 1929.
In how many days is Terry Sawchuck's birthday?
Terry Sawchuck's birthday is in 276 days
How old was Terry Sawchuck when he/she died?
Terry Sawchuck was 40 years old.
When did Terry Sawchuck die?
Terry Sawchuck died in May 31, 1970.
How old would Terry Sawchuck be today?
Terry Sawchuck would be 94 years old if he/she was alive today.
Where was Terry Sawchuck from?
Terry Sawchuck was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.