(March 24, 1955- )
Born in Brantford, Ontario, Canada
Drafted 24th overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 1975 NHL Amateur Draft
Forward for the Montreal Canadiens (1975-82), Washington Capitals (1982-86) and the Hartford Whalers (1986-88)
Assistant coach for the Minnesota North Stars/Dallas Stars (1988-2002) and the Montreal Canadiens (2005- )
Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy winner (1987)
Frank Selke Trophy winner (1984)
Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy winner (1987)

He was traded to Montreal minutes after his draft selection.
He flew under the radar throughout the majority of his career.
His ironman streak ended when he was a healthy scratch.
He spent the majority of his final professional season in the minor leagues.
Many casual fans are unaware that he is the current holder of the NHL ironman streak.

He won four Stanley Cups during the 1970s.
He was a durable player who was able to stay healthy and avoid getting injured.
He set the NHL ironman record for most consecutive games played (964).
He, along with Rod Langway were instrumental in the Capitals turnaround during the 1980's.
He was a longtime assistant coach for the Minnesota/Dallas franchise following his retirement.

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