Born in Mitchell, Ontario on September 21, 1902; signed to a pro contract with the Montreal Canadiens for 1923-24 season; immediate box office and on-ice success; performed with reckless speed; nicknamed as the "Babe Ruth of Hockey" by U.S. sportswriters; also called the "Canadian Comet", "Hurdling Hab" and "Stratford Streak"; outstanding stickhandler; performed in the NHL for 14 seasons - 11 with Montreal Canadiens; also played with Chicago then Rangers and back with Canadiens; scored 270 goals; 3-time Hart Trophy winner; elected in 1945. |
