Mark LaVarre facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mark LaVarre |
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| Born | February 21, 1965 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
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| Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) | ||
| Weight | 170 lb (77 kg; 12 st 2 lb) | ||
| Position | Right wing | ||
| Shot | Right | ||
| Played for | Chicago Blackhawks Zürcher SC |
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| National team |  United States |
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| NHL Draft | 119th overall, 1983 Chicago Blackhawks |
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| Playing career | 1985–1990 | ||
Mark J. LaVarre was an American professional ice hockey player. He was born on February 21, 1965, in Chicago, Illinois, U.S. Mark played as a right wing and was known for his strong shots. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Chicago Blackhawks and also spent time playing in other professional leagues.
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Early Life and Youth Hockey
Mark LaVarre grew up in Chicago, Illinois. When he was young, he loved playing ice hockey. In 1978, he even played in a famous youth hockey tournament called the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament. This tournament brings together young hockey players from all over the world.
Professional Hockey Career
Mark LaVarre started his professional hockey career in 1985. He was drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks in 1983, which means they chose him to potentially play for their team.
Playing in the NHL
Mark played 65 games in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Chicago Blackhawks between 1985 and 1988. The NHL is the top professional ice hockey league in North America. Playing in the NHL is a big achievement for any hockey player.
Playing in Other Leagues
Besides the NHL, Mark also played in other professional ice hockey leagues. He spent a lot of his career in the minor leagues, which are leagues just below the NHL. He played for teams like the Nova Scotia Oilers in the American Hockey League (AHL) and the Saginaw Hawks in the International Hockey League (IHL). He even played for a team called Zürcher SC in Switzerland for a short time. His professional career lasted until 1990.
Representing His Country
Mark LaVarre also had the honor of playing for his country. He represented the United States at the 1984 World Junior Championships. This is a special tournament where young players from different countries compete against each other.
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