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Position: D
Shoots: Left
Height: 5-8
Weight: 185
Born:
7/4/1940
Sarnia, Ontario
Club 1972:
Chicago Blackhawks
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Pat Stapleton
Team Canada # 3
Unlike many of his colleagues, Pat Stapleton was not decorated with prestigious NHL awards and trophies but he was known and respected as one of the most experienced and competitive blueliners during his career in professional hockey. His competitive spirit, consistent performance and courage in shot-blocking made him a very respected defenseman among players and fans. He was arguably a key team Canada’s blueliner in both historical Super Series against the Soviets in 1972 (NHL) and 1974 (WHA).
Career Statistics
| Competitions |
GP |
G |
A |
PTS |
PIM |
| NHL Reg. Season |
635 |
43 |
294 |
337 |
353 |
| NHL Playoffs |
65 |
10 |
39 |
49 |
38 |
| WHA Reg. Season | 372 | 27 | 212 | 239 | 187 | | WHA Playoffs | 28 | 2 | 21 | 23 | 38 |
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CAREER HIGHLIGTS:
- Played in the professional hockey leagues: 1962-1978
- Professional hockey clubs that Pat Stapleton played in: Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago Cougars, Indianapolis Racers, Cincinnati Stingers
PERFORMANCE IN THE 1972 SUMMIT
Pat Stapleton was one of the most valuable Canadian blueliners in the 1972 Series. He played in seven games and earned an impressive "plus 6" for his reliable performance.
1972 Summit Overall Statistics
| GP |
G |
A |
P |
PIM |
SOG |
SAG |
+/- |
| 7 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
6 |
8 |
17 |
+6 |
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