Hockey Player
The Resume
(April 7, 1954- )
Born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada
Fourth overall draft selection of the New York Islanders in the 1974 NHL Entry Draft
Forward for the New York Islanders (1974-86) and the Buffalo Sabres (1986-88)
Why he might be annoying
His nickname was 'Jethro.'
He was one of the first players who allowed his dog to eat out of the Stanley Cup bowl.
Despite his articulate communication skills, he was extremely uncomfortable in the captain's role.
Despite being considered an Islanders legend, he finished his career with the rival Buffalo Sabres.
He, along with teammates Bob Nystrom, Wayne Merrick, and Gordie Lane posed in their underwear for a Penthouse shoot.
Why he might not be annoying
He was the prototype for the power forward during the 1970's.
He wasn't afraid to stick up for his teammates when called upon.
He was a member of all four of the Islanders Stanley Cup championship teams.
He, alongside Mike Bossy and Bryan Trottier formed the famed 'Trio Grande' line during the Stanley Cup run.
Contrary to popular belief, he voluntarily turned the captaincy over to Denis Potvin.
Credit: Ricky
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Year In Review:
For 2021, as of last week, Out of 3 Votes: 0% Annoying
In 2020, Out of 3 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
In 2019, Out of 11 Votes: 45.45% Annoying
In 2018, Out of 6 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
In 2017, Out of 5 Votes: 40.0% Annoying
In 2016, Out of 1 Votes: 0% Annoying
In 2015, Out of 12 Votes: 25.00% Annoying
In 2014, Out of 24 Votes: 70.83% Annoying
In 2013, Out of 12 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
In 2012, Out of 17 Votes: 58.82% Annoying
In 2011, Out of 9 Votes: 55.56% Annoying
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