Mush March facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mush March |
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| Born | October 18, 1908 Silton, Saskatchewan, CAN |
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| Died | January 9, 2002 (aged 93) Paxton, Illinois, USA |
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| Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) | ||
| Weight | 154 lb (70 kg; 11 st 0 lb) | ||
| Position | Right wing | ||
| Played for | Chicago Black Hawks | ||
| Playing career | 1924–1945 | ||
Harold "Mush" March (born October 18, 1908 – died January 9, 2002) was a Canadian ice hockey player. He played for 17 seasons in the NHL with the Chicago Black Hawks. March is famous for scoring the goal that won the Stanley Cup for his team in 1934. He was also the first player ever to score an overtime goal to win the Stanley Cup.
Who Was Harold 'Mush' March?
Harold "Mush" March was a talented right wing player. He started his professional hockey career in 1924. He joined the Chicago Black Hawks and became a key part of their team. March was known for his skill and determination on the ice.
Stanley Cup Champion
March's most famous moment came in 1934. He scored the game-winning goal in overtime during Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals. This goal secured the Stanley Cup for the Chicago Black Hawks. It was a huge victory for the team and their fans. He was also the very first player to win the Stanley Cup with an overtime goal. March helped the Black Hawks win the Stanley Cup again in 1938. This showed his lasting impact on the team.
Memorable Hockey Moments
Harold March was part of other special moments in hockey history. On November 12, 1931, he scored the very first goal in Maple Leaf Gardens. This was a famous arena in Toronto. Years later, he returned to the Gardens for its final game. He dropped the same puck he used to score that first goal during a special opening ceremony. March was also the last living player from the 1934 Black Hawks Stanley Cup team.
- Mush March's NHL player profile
- Mush March's career stats at The Internet Hockey Database
