Birthdate: April 23, 1943
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
Died: August 10, 2021
Tony Esposito was a highly successful professional ice hockey goaltender from Canada and the United States. He played for 16 seasons in the NHL, with the Chicago Black Hawks being his primary team. Esposito is credited with popularizing the butterfly style of goaltending and achieved significant accomplishments such as winning the Vezina Trophy three times. He also set a modern NHL record for shutouts in a season. Additionally, he was awarded the Calder Trophy for best rookie, selected for the league’s All-Star Teams on multiple occasions, and represented Canada in international competitions. Esposito’s impact on the sport led to his inclusion among the ‘100 Greatest NHL Players’ in history.
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