Mike Ridley
15 Interesting Facts
A highly productive undrafted centre, he enjoyed a 12-season NHL career defined by his offensive consistency and a memorable tenure with the Washington Capitals.
He was named to the NHL All-Rookie Team in 1986.
He participated in the NHL All-Star Game in 1989.
He scored a career-high 41 goals during the 1988-89 season.
He played a total of 866 regular-season games throughout his professional career.
He entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 1985.
He recorded 758 total career points in the NHL.
He scored the very first goal in the history of General Motors Place.
He was honored as the Canadian University Player of the Year in 1984.
He played for four different NHL franchises during his career.
He recorded 191 points in a single season while playing for the St. Boniface Saints in the MJHL.
He served as a key offensive contributor for the Washington Capitals for nine seasons.
He finished his playing career with a brief stint for the Manitoba Moose in the IHL.
He accumulated 424 penalty minutes over his NHL career.
He had a trophy named in his honor that is awarded annually to the top scorer in the MJHL.
He scored 8 goals and 38 penalty minutes in just 7 playoff games during his final season at the University of Manitoba.
About Mike Ridley
A prolific undrafted centre, he enjoyed a successful 12-season NHL career highlighted by a standout 89-point campaign with the Washington Capitals. Known for his offensive consistency, he scored the first-ever goal at General Motors Place in Vancouver.
Career Achievements & Milestones
NHL All-Rookie Team
1986
NHL All-Star Game Participant
1989
Canadian University Player of the Year
1984
Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame Honouree
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Teams & Career
Mike Ridley played for 4 different teams during his 12 seasons career.