Born in Humboldt, Saskatchewan, October 3, 1931.
Signed with Detroit in 1949 beginning his career in the NHL. He played for the Red Wings, Chicago Blackhawks, and the St. Louis Blues. Ending his career in 1971.
He was one of the first goalies to develop and make effective use of the butterfly style of goaltending.
Stanley Cups: 2
Vezina Trophies: 3
Conn Smythe Trohpies: 1
Calder Trophies: 1
NHL First All-Star Teams: 7
NHL Second All-Star Teams: 4
NHL All-Star Games: 13
Achievements: Hall of Famer; played an NHL-record 502 consecutive games; the only goalie to be a first All-Star selection three teams (Detroit, Chicago, and St. Louis); most first (7) and overall (11) All-Star selections of any NHL goalie; one of only three NHL goalies to play 900 games (with Terry Sawchuk and Patrick Roy); third on the all-time shutout list (84); fifth in all-time wins (403); played in five Stanley Cup finals; his No. 1 sweater was retired by the Blackhawks.