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Denis Potvin

Athlete

Born: Canadian

Denis Charles Potvin is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman and team captain for the New York Islanders of the National Hockey League (NHL). He is a four-time Stanley Cup winner as a member of the early 1980s New York Islanders. Potvin is also a three-time James Norris Memorial Trophy winner as the NHL's top defenceman. He was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1991 and served as a commentator for Ottawa Senators' television broadcasts on Sportsnet. Potvin is the former color commentator for the Florida Panthers. In 2017, he was named one of the "100 Greatest NHL Players" in history.

Notable For

Canadian ice hockey player

Denis Potvin's Historical Timeline

  1. Denis Potvin is born

    Denis Potvin, Canadian athlete, known for canadian ice hockey player, was born on 1954-10-29.

  2. 25th hat trick in NY Islander history, Denis Potvin's 2nd

    25th hat trick in NY Islander history, Denis Potvin's 2nd

  3. Despite Denis Potvin hat trick in 3:21 NY Islanders lose 7-10 making Islander record when scoring a hat trick-22-2-1

    Despite Denis Potvin hat trick in 3:21 NY Islanders lose 7-10 making Islander record when scoring a hat trick-22-2-1

  4. Denis Potvin passes Bobby Orr as NHL defenseman scorer (916 points)

    Denis Potvin passes Bobby Orr as NHL defenseman scorer (916 points)

Associated Historical Events

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Denis Potvin born?
Denis Potvin was born on 1954-10-29 (Canadian).
What is Denis Potvin known for?
Canadian ice hockey player
What historical events involved Denis Potvin?
Denis Potvin was involved in 4 recorded historical events, including Denis Potvin is born, 25th hat trick in NY Islander history, Denis Potvin's 2nd, Despite Denis Potvin hat trick in 3:21 NY Islanders lose 7-10 making Islander record when scoring a hat trick-22-2-1.

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