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Eddie Shore

Athlete

Born: Died: American

Edward William Shore (November 25, 1902 – March 16, 1985) was a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman, principally for the Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League, and the longtime owner of the Springfield Indians of the American Hockey League. Iconic for his aggressiveness, toughness and defensive skill, he was called both "Old Blood and Guts" and "the Edmonton Express." In 2017, Shore was named one of the '100 Greatest NHL Players' in history.

Shore won the Hart Trophy as the NHL's most valuable player four times, the most of any defenceman; only Wayne Gretzky and Gordie Howe have won it more often. After the league began naming NHL All-Star teams at the end of Shore's fifth season, Shore was honoured as a First Team All-Star in seven of his last nine seasons, while being named a Second Team All-Star one of the other seasons; in the remaining season he missed over half the schedule due to injury. A bruiser known for his violence, Shore set a then-NHL record for 165 penalty minutes in his second season.

Notable For

Canadian ice hockey player

Eddie Shore's Historical Timeline

  1. Eddie Shore is born

    Eddie Shore, American athlete, known for canadian ice hockey player, was born on 1902-11-25.

  2. Eddie Shore hits Toronto Maple Leaf star Ace Bailey from behind, fracturing his skull and ending his career

    Irvine Wallace "Ace" Bailey (July 3, 1903 – April 7, 1992) was a Canadian professional ice hockey player. He played for the Toronto Maple Leafs for eight seasons, from 1926 to 1933.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Eddie Shore born?
Eddie Shore was born on 1902-11-25 (American).
What is Eddie Shore known for?
Canadian ice hockey player
What historical events involved Eddie Shore?
Eddie Shore was involved in 2 recorded historical events, including Eddie Shore is born, Eddie Shore hits Toronto Maple Leaf star Ace Bailey from behind, fracturing his skull and ending his career.
When did Eddie Shore die?
Eddie Shore died on 1985-01-01.

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