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Darryl Sittler

Athlete

Born: Canadian

Darryl Glen Sittler is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1970 until 1985 for the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Philadelphia Flyers and the Detroit Red Wings. He was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1989, the Ontario Sports Hall of Fame in 2003 and the Canadian Walk of Fame in 2016. In 2017 Sittler was named one of the '100 Greatest NHL Players' in history.

On February 7, 1976, Sittler set an NHL record for most points by an individual in one game when he scored ten points (six goals and four assists) against the Boston Bruins. He also remains the most recent NHL player to score six goals in one game.

Notable For

Canadian ice hockey player

Darryl Sittler's Historical Timeline

  1. Darryl Sittler is born

    Darryl Sittler, Canadian athlete, known for canadian ice hockey player, was born on 1951-09-18.

  2. Darryl Sittler is named captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs

    Darryl Glen Sittler is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1970 until 1985 for the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Philadelphia Flyers and...

  3. Star center Darryl Sittler leaves the Toronto Maple Leafs on medical advice because of mental depression; trade request

    Star center Darryl Sittler leaves the Toronto Maple Leafs on medical advice because of mental depression; trade request was taking too long

  4. Future Hockey Hall of Fame center Darryl Sittler is traded by the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Philadelphia Flyers in exch

    Future Hockey Hall of Fame center Darryl Sittler is traded by the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for Rich Costello, a 2nd round draft pick and future considerations

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Darryl Sittler born?
Darryl Sittler was born on 1951-09-18 (Canadian).
What is Darryl Sittler known for?
Canadian ice hockey player
What historical events involved Darryl Sittler?
Darryl Sittler was involved in 4 recorded historical events, including Darryl Sittler is born, Darryl Sittler is named captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Star center Darryl Sittler leaves the Toronto Maple Leafs on medical advice because of mental depression; trade request .

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