Lanny McDonald

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Lanny McDonald

Inducted:
1992

Lanny McDonald NHL Hall of Fame

Player Stats

6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
185 lb (84 kg; 13 st 3 lb)

Born: 
February 16, 1953
Hanna, Alberta, Canada

Position:
Right Wing

College:
NA

Lanny McDonald was one of the NHL’s most respected goal scorers and leaders, known for his iconic mustache and clutch play. Drafted fourth overall in 1973, he made his mark with the Toronto Maple Leafs before becoming a fan favorite in Calgary. McDonald reached his peak with the Flames, where his 66-goal season in 1982-83 still stands as a franchise record.

He was the heart and soul of Calgary’s locker room and capped his career by lifting the Stanley Cup in 1989—his final NHL game. With a powerful shot, fearless play along the boards, and unmatched leadership, McDonald was a consistent force over 16 seasons. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1992, recognized as much for his character as his skill.

McDonald's Awards and Records

  • Stanley Cup Champion (1989)
  • King Clancy Memorial Trophy (1988)
  • 66 goals in 1982–83 (Flames single-season record)
  • 500-goal club member
  • Captain of the Calgary Flames
  • Played final NHL game in the 1989 Stanley Cup Final

NHL Records

  • First Player in NHL History to Score 500 Goals & 1,000 Points in His Final Regular Season Game
  • 23rd player in NHL history to reach 500 goals
  • One of fewer than 100 players in NHL history to surpass 1,000 points
  • Calgary Flames Single-Season Goal Record: 66 goals in 1982–83

    NHL Teams:

    Toronto Maple Leafs (1973-1980)
    Colorado Rockies (1980-1982)
    Calgary Flames (1982-1989)

    National team:
    Canada (1976,1981)

    NHL Draft:
    4th overall, 1973
    Toronto Maple Leafs

    Number Worn:
    9

    NHL Stats

    Seasons:
    16 (1973–1989)
    Games Played:
    1,111
    Goals:
    500
    Assists:
    506
    Points:
    1,006
    Penalty Minutes:
    899
    Playoff Game:
    117
    Playoff Points:
    84