Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, December 28, 1929
Began his career with the Detroit Red Wings when called up to play in 1950-1951 season. He also played for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Los Angeles Kings, and the New York Rangers before ending his career in 1970 when he died.
Stanley Cups: 4
Vezina Trophies: 4
Calder Trophies: 1
Lester Patrick Trophies: 1
NHL First All-Star Team: 3
NHL Second All-Star Team: 4
NHL All-Star Games: 11
Achievements: Hall of Famer; the NHL's all-time lead in shutouts (103), games (971), and minutes played (57, 194); second in career wins (447) and tied for second in single-season wins (44, twice); shares the NHL record for most 40-win seasons, (three, with Martin Brodeur and Jacques Plante); named Rookie of the Year in NHL, American Hockey League, and United States Hockey League; second youngest NHL goalie to win 300 games (behind Brodeur); one of only six NHL goalies to post multiple 40-win seasons (with Brodeur, Ed Belfour, Bernie Parent, Ken Dryden, and Plante); shares the NHL record for most seasons played by a goalie (21, with Gump Worsley); his No. 1 sweater was retired by the Red Wings.