Tiny Thompson was a legendary NHL Hall of Fame goaltender born on May 31, 1903 in Canada. He was known for popularizing the technique of falling on the puck to save it, and was the first goalie to score an assist by passing. He was a pioneer in the sport of hockey and his legacy lives on.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $15 Million (2024)
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About
NHL Hall of Fame goaltender who popularized falling on the puck to save it and became the first goalie to score an assist by passing.
Before Fame
He joined the Boston Bruins at the start of the 1928-29 season, taking over the goaltender position.
Trivia
His nickname Tiny was somewhat misleading, since he was 5'10" and 170 pounds, average size for a goalie at the time.
Family Life
He grew up in British Columbia, Canada, unusual for an NHL dominated at the time by east-coast Canadian players.
Associated With
He and Charlie Gardiner were two of the top goaltenders during the NHL's development years.