Roger Côté facts for kids

Regent "Roger" Côté (born December 22, 1939 – died July 16, 2020) was a professional ice hockey player from Canada. He was known as a defenceman, which is a player who helps protect their team's goal. Roger Côté played for 19 years in different hockey leagues. He played 155 games in a major league called the World Hockey Association (WHA) for the Edmonton Oilers and Indianapolis Racers.

Roger Côté's Hockey Career

Roger Côté had a long and exciting hockey career that lasted almost two decades. He started playing professionally in 1957 and continued until 1975. This means he spent many years on the ice, playing for various teams.

Playing as a Defenceman

As a defenceman, Roger Côté's main job was to stop the other team from scoring goals. Defencemen are important because they play a key role in both defending their own net and helping to start offensive plays. They need to be strong skaters and good at handling the puck.

Teams and Leagues

While Roger Côté is most known for his time in the World Hockey Association, he also played in many other leagues. These included semi-professional and minor professional leagues across North America.

World Hockey Association Teams

In the World Hockey Association, Roger Côté played for two teams:

• The Edmonton Oilers: This team is now famous in the NHL, but it started in the WHA.
• The Indianapolis Racers: This team was also part of the WHA during Roger Côté's time.

Other Professional Leagues

Before and during his WHA career, Roger Côté played for teams in several other leagues. These included:

• The QHL
• The AHL
• The WHL
• The EPHL
• The SHL

Playing in these different leagues showed his dedication and skill in hockey over many years.

Later Life

Roger Côté passed away on July 16, 2020, at the age of 80. He is remembered for his long career as a defenceman in professional ice hockey.