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Mike Gartner

Athlete

Born: Canadian

Michael Alfred Gartner is a Canadian former professional ice hockey right winger who played 19 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Washington Capitals, Minnesota North Stars, New York Rangers, Toronto Maple Leafs and Phoenix Coyotes. He also played one season in the World Hockey Association (WHA) for the Cincinnati Stingers. He was a two-time Canada Cup champion with Team Canada.

In 2017, Gartner was named one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in the league's 100-year history. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame (HHOF) in 2001, Gartner has been a member of the HHOF Selection Committee since 2009, and its chair since 2022.

Notable For

Canadian ice hockey player

Mike Gartner's Historical Timeline

  1. Mike Gartner is born

    Mike Gartner, Canadian athlete, known for canadian ice hockey player, was born on 1960-10-29.

  2. NY Rangers right wing Mike Gartner becomes 1st NHL player to score his 500th goal, 500th assist, and 1000th point all in

    NY Rangers right wing Mike Gartner becomes 1st NHL player to score his 500th goal, 500th assist, and 1000th point all in the same season

  3. Phoenix Coyote winger Mike Gartner becomes 5th NHLer to score 700 goals

    Phoenix Coyote winger Mike Gartner becomes 5th NHLer to score 700 goals

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mike Gartner born?
Mike Gartner was born on 1960-10-29 (Canadian).
What is Mike Gartner known for?
Canadian ice hockey player
What historical events involved Mike Gartner?
Mike Gartner was involved in 3 recorded historical events, including Mike Gartner is born, NY Rangers right wing Mike Gartner becomes 1st NHL player to score his 500th goal, 500th assist, and 1000th point all in, Phoenix Coyote winger Mike Gartner becomes 5th NHLer to score 700 goals.

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