Paddy Moran
Inducted:
1958
Player Stats
5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
180 lb (82 kg; 12 st 12 lb)
Born:
March 11, 1877
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Died:
January 14, 1966
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Position:
Goaltender
College:
NA
Paddy Moran was the primary goaltending star of the "heroic age" of hockey and the backbone of the legendary Quebec Bulldogs. Known for his fierce competitiveness and unorthodox style, Moran was a "stand-up" goaltender who refused to drop to his knees, believing that staying on his feet was the only way to guard the top corners of the net.
Moran led the Bulldogs to two consecutive Stanley Cup championships in 1912 and 1913. His presence was so intimidating that opposing forwards often spent more time worrying about his stick than the puck. He was famous for wearing an oversized, thick sweater and a flat cap, which became his trademark look during his 15-year career. A true pioneer of the pre-NHL era, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1958.
Moran's Awards and Record:
- 2x Stanley Cup Champion (1912, 1913)
- NHA First All-Star Team (1912)
- Quebec Sports Hall of Fame Inductee
- Was considered a big goaltender for his era
- Especially noted for his aggressive defense of the area in front of his net
NHA Teams
Quebec Hockey Club (1901-1917)
NHA Stats
Games Played:
134
Wins:
67
Losses:
64
Goals Against Average (GAA):
4.43
Shutouts:
2
Stanley Cups:
2 (1912, 1913)