Why Famous:A bruiser known for his violence, he won the Hart Trophy as the NHL's most valuable player four times, the most of any defenceman. He helped the Boston Bruins win their first Stanley Cup in 1929.
Born: November 25, 1902 Birthplace:Fort Qu'Appelle, Northwest Territories, Canada Star Sign: Sagittarius
Died: March 16, 1985 (aged 82) Cause of Death: Lung infection
Events in the Life of Eddie Shore
1933-12-12 Eddie Shore hits Toronto Maple Leaf star Ace Bailey from behind, fracturing his skull and ending his career
Bobby Orr
Cam Neely
Guy Lafleur
Herb Brooks
Joe Thornton
Ron Hextall