Ron Greschner
15 Interesting Facts
A mainstay on the New York Rangers blue line for 16 seasons, this talented defenceman holds the franchise record for career penalty minutes.
He spent his entire 16-season NHL career playing for a single franchise, the New York Rangers.
He holds the New York Rangers franchise record for the most career penalty minutes with 1,226.
He was selected 32nd overall by the New York Rangers in the 1974 NHL Amateur Draft.
He recorded a career-high 72 points in 78 games during the 1977–78 NHL season.
He was also selected 34th overall by the Vancouver Blazers in the 1974 WHA Draft.
Although primarily playing as a defenceman, he was occasionally deployed as a left winger during his career.
He was ranked 12th all-time in the 2009 book 100 Ranger Greats.
Before reaching the NHL, he played junior hockey for the New Westminster Bruins in the WCHL.
He scored over 100 points as a junior defenceman during the 1973–74 WCHL season.
He played in 84 career Stanley Cup playoff games, scoring 17 goals and 32 assists.
He was previously married to supermodel Carol Alt.
He founded a charitable foundation dedicated to supporting autism research and awareness.
He scored 8 goals and 37 assists during his rookie 1974–75 NHL season.
During his short minor league stint with the Providence Reds in 1974–75, he recorded 11 points in just 7 games.
He appeared in only 10 regular-season games during the 1982–83 season due to injury, but returned to play in 8 playoff games.
About Ron Greschner
A versatile defenceman who also spent time at left wing, he played his entire 16-season NHL career with the New York Rangers. Known for his toughness and offensive capability, he accumulated 610 career points while setting the franchise record for career penalty minutes. He served as a key piece on the Rangers blue line from 1974 until his retirement in 1990.
Career Achievements & Milestones
WCHL All-Star Team
1973-74
New York Rangers All-Time Penalty Minutes Leader
Ranked #12 in 100 Ranger Greats
2009
Career High 72 Points Season
1977-78
Player Information & Stats
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Teams & Career
Ron Greschner played for 2 different teams during his 16 seasons career. He was originally drafted 2nd overall by the New York Rangers in 1974.