Ted Tucker facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ted Tucker |
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| Born | May 7, 1949 Fort William, Ontario, Canada |
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| Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) | ||
| Weight | 165 lb (75 kg; 11 st 11 lb) | ||
| Position | Goaltender | ||
| Shot | Left | ||
| Played for | California Golden Seals | ||
| Playing career | 1969–1981 | ||
Edward William Tucker, often called Ted, was a Canadian ice hockey player. He was a goaltender, which is the player who tries to stop the puck from going into the net. Ted was born on May 7, 1949, in Fort William, Ontario. He played a short time in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the California Golden Seals during the 1973–74 season.
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Ted Tucker's Hockey Journey
Ted Tucker started his hockey career playing for junior teams in Canada. He played for the Fort William Canadiens in the TBJHL. Later, he joined the Montreal Junior Canadiens in the Ontario Hockey League (OHA). These leagues helped him develop his skills as a goaltender.
Playing in Minor Leagues
After his junior hockey days, Ted played for several teams in different minor hockey leagues. He spent a lot of time with the Clinton Comets in the Eastern Hockey League (EHL). He also played for teams like the Salt Lake Golden Eagles in the WHL. These leagues are important steps for players hoping to reach the NHL.
Time in the NHL
Ted Tucker got a chance to play in the National Hockey League (NHL) during the 1973–74 season. He played for the California Golden Seals. In the NHL, he played 5 games. He had 1 win, 1 loss, and 1 tie. His goals against average (GAA) was 3.39, and his save percentage (SV%) was .892.
Later Career
After his time in the NHL, Ted continued to play in the International Hockey League (IHL). He played for teams such as the Toledo Goaldiggers, Port Huron Flags, Columbus Owls, Muskegon Mohawks, Dayton Gems, and Saginaw Gears. He played professional hockey until 1981.
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