144. Carol Vadnais

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It might surprise you to learn that Carol Vadnais is a six-time All-Star.

The solid blueliner would win two Stanley Cups, one with Montreal and one with Boston, but he is far better known for the time he spent with the New York Rangers.  He would exceed the 50 Point plateau three times.

The Bullet Points

  • Country of Origin: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • Eligible Since: Sunday, 01 January 1989
  • Position: Defence
  • Games Played: 1087
  • Notable Statistics:

    169 Goals
    418 Assists
    587 Points
    -63 Plus/Minus
    1,811 PIM
    N/A Blocked Shots*
    N/A Hits*
    N/A Takeaways*
    N/A Giveaways*
    92.0 Point Shares

    106 Playoff Games
    10 Goals
    40 Assists
    50 Points
    +43 Plus/Minus
    187 PIM
    N/A Blocked Shots*
    N/A Hits*
    N/A Takeaways*
    N/A Giveaways*

    *These stats were first implemented in the 2007/08 Season.

  • Played For: Boston Bruins, California Golden Seals, Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils, New York Rangers
  • Non-NHL Teams: Team Canada (World Hockey Championship, 1977)
    Montreal MDG Monarchs (MMJHL)
    Montreal Junior Canadiens (OHA)
  • Major Accolades and Awards: Stanley Cup Rings (2) (Montreal Canadians, 1968 & Boston Bruins, 1972)
    NHL All-Star (6) (1969, 1970, 1972 1975, 1976 & 1978)
  • Notable Top Ten Finishes: 3 Top Ten Penalties in Minutes Finishes
  • Rankings: 69. Penalties in Minutes: 1,811

Should Carol Vadnais be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 45.5%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 18.2%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 9.1%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 27.3%
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