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by Matthew Beal 5 years ago

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Howie Morenz

Howie Morenz, born in Mitchell, Ontario, was an influential figure in early 20th-century hockey. Raised alongside three sisters and two brothers, he attempted to join the military at age 15 but was denied due to his age.

Howie Morenz

Howie Morenz

Personal life

Born in Mitchell, Ontario
Was raised with 3 sisters and 2 brothers
Tried to join the military
Was denied cause he was only 15 at the time

Added to the hockey hall a fame

after playing 15 seasons in the NHL he got accepted to the hockey hall a fame
Put on the top 100 list of greatest players
In 1937 after he had died the monteral Canadians retired his jersey number 7

What did he do

Earned 4 awards playing in the NHL
He won eight awards in the NHL
Played Hockey in the 1920's and 30's
He achieved in 550 games 472 points