Len Frig facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Len Frig |
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| Born | October 30, 1950 Blairmore, Alberta, Canada |
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| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) | ||
| Weight | 190 lb (86 kg; 13 st 8 lb) | ||
| Position | Defenceman | ||
| Shot | Left | ||
| Played for | Chicago Black Hawks Oakland Seals Cleveland Barons St. Louis Blues |
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| NHL Draft | 42nd overall, 1970 Chicago Blackhawks |
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| Playing career | 1969–1986 | ||
Leonard Elroy Frig (born October 30, 1950) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player. He was a defenceman, which means his main job on the ice was to protect his team's goal. Len Frig played in the National Hockey League (NHL), which is the top professional ice hockey league in North America. He was born in Blairmore, Alberta, Canada, and grew up in Lethbridge, Alberta.
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Len Frig's Hockey Journey
Len Frig's hockey career began in 1969. He played for many years, until 1986. Most of his time was spent in different minor leagues, which are professional leagues below the NHL.
Playing in the NHL
Between 1973 and 1980, Len Frig played 311 games in the National Hockey League. He played for several well-known teams during his time in the NHL. These teams included the Chicago Black Hawks, the Oakland Seals, the Cleveland Barons, and the St. Louis Blues.
During his NHL career, Len Frig scored 13 goals and made 51 assists, giving him a total of 64 points. He also had 479 penalty minutes, which means he spent a lot of time in the penalty box!
Awards and Recognition
Len Frig was recognized for his skills during his junior hockey career.
WCHL All-Star Team
In 1971, he was named to the Western Canada Hockey League (WCHL) All-Star Team. This was a special honor that showed he was one of the best players in that league.
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