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 on October 30, 1950, is a former Canadian professional ice hockey player. He was a defenceman, which means he played a key role in protecting his team's goal. Len Frig played 311 games in the famous National Hockey League (NHL).
He played for several NHL teams. These included the Chicago Black Hawks, Oakland Seals, Cleveland Barons, and St. Louis Blues. His NHL career lasted from 1973 to 1980.
Len Frig was born in Blairmore, Alberta. He grew up in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada.
Len Frig's Hockey Journey
Len Frig's hockey career was quite long. It started in 1969 and ended in 1986. Before joining the NHL, he played in different minor leagues. He also spent time in these leagues after his NHL career.
Playing in the NHL
Len Frig played 311 games in the National Hockey League. During his time in the NHL, he scored 13 goals. He also made 51 assists, helping his teammates score. This gave him a total of 64 points.
He was known for playing tough. He spent 479 minutes in the penalty box during his NHL games.
Time in Other Leagues
Before and after his NHL days, Len Frig played for many teams. These included the Calgary Centennials in the WCHL. He also played for the Dallas Black Hawks and Salt Lake Golden Eagles in the CHL. Later in his career, he played for the Salt Lake Golden Eagles in the IHL.
He even played one game of roller hockey. This was for the Utah Rollerbees in a league called Roller Hockey International. In that single game, he had 12 penalty minutes.
Awards
- WCHL All-Star Team – 1971
