Everett Sanipass facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Everett Sanipass |
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Sanipass in 1988
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| Born | February 13, 1968 Elsipogtog First Nation, New Brunswick, Canada |
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| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) | ||
| Weight | 204 lb (93 kg; 14 st 8 lb) | ||
| Position | Left wing | ||
| Shot | Left | ||
| Played for | Chicago Blackhawks Quebec Nordiques |
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| NHL Draft | 14th overall, 1986 Chicago Blackhawks |
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| Playing career | 1986–1993 | ||
Everett Sanipass was born on February 13, 1968. He is a retired Canadian ice hockey player who played as a forward. Everett was born in Elsipogtog First Nation, New Brunswick. He is famous for being the first Native Canadian to be included in the New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame.
Everett Sanipass's Hockey Journey
Everett Sanipass started his professional hockey career in the National Hockey League (NHL) with the Chicago Blackhawks. This was in 1987, after he was chosen as the 14th player overall in the 1986 NHL Draft.
Because of his Mi'kmaq heritage, Everett faced some unfair treatment early in his hockey life. He was not allowed to play on teams that were not on his home reserve. Despite this, he was the first player from New Brunswick with Native heritage to be drafted into the NHL. He caught a lot of attention by scoring 43 goals and making 26 assists in just 37 games in amateur hockey. After two seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks, he moved to play for the Quebec Nordiques.
A Memorable Game in 1987
In 1987, Everett Sanipass was part of the Canadian Under-20 team. He became well-known for something that happened during the 1987 World Junior Hockey Championship. A big fight broke out between the Canadian team and the Soviet Union team. Players from both teams left their benches to join in. The referees could not stop the fighting, so they left the ice to stay safe. Officials even tried turning off the lights to make the players stop. In the end, both teams were removed from the tournament because of their unsportsmanlike actions.
Later Years in Hockey
Later in his career, Everett left the NHL. He played for the Halifax Citadels from 1991 to 1993. He officially retired from playing hockey in 1995, after playing for the NSJHL East Hants Penguins.
