Tom Polanic facts for kids

Tom Polanic was a Canadian ice hockey player.

Thomas Joseph Polanic (born April 2, 1943 – died September 22, 2019) was a Canadian ice hockey player. He played professionally, meaning he played hockey as his job. Tom Polanic was born in Toronto, Canada. He is best known for playing in the National Hockey League (NHL).

Tom Polanic: A Hockey Player

Thomas Joseph Polanic was born on April 2, 1943. He grew up in Toronto, a big city in Canada. From a young age, he showed talent in ice hockey. This led him to become a professional player.

Playing in the NHL

Polanic played in the National Hockey League (NHL). The NHL is the top professional ice hockey league in North America. He played for the Minnesota North Stars team. He was a defenceman, a player who helps protect his team's goal. Polanic played 19 games in the NHL between 1965 and 1977.

Later Life

After his hockey career, Tom Polanic lived a full life. He passed away on September 22, 2019. He was 76 years old when he died in Toronto, Canada.