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He was drafted seventh overall in the 1983 NHL Entry Draft.
15 Interesting Facts About Russ Courtnall
A fast-skating right winger, he enjoyed a 16-year NHL career with seven different teams, known for his offensive contributions and speed.
Position
Right wing
Jersey
#10
Status
Retired
Teams
7
Facts
15
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He played for seven different NHL teams throughout his career.
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He recorded a career-high 36 goals during the 1992-93 season with the Minnesota North Stars.
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He participated in the 1994 National Hockey League All-Star Game.
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He represented Canada at the 1984 Winter Olympics.
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His father, Archie, also played professional hockey.
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He was part of 'The Hound Line' with Gary Leeman and Wendel Clark during the 1985-86 season.
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He was traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Montreal Canadiens for enforcer John Kordic.
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He played alongside his brother, Geoff, for 13 games with the Vancouver Canucks.
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He advanced to the Stanley Cup Finals with the Montreal Canadiens in 1989.
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He finished his NHL career with 297 goals and 447 assists.
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He scored 97 points in 60 games with the Victoria Cougars in his 1982-83 junior season.
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He appeared in 129 playoff games, scoring 39 goals and 44 assists.
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He participated in two seasons of 'Battle of the Blades' after his retirement.
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He scored 29 goals and 73 points in his third full NHL season with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
About Russ Courtnall
Russell Courtnall was a speedy Canadian right winger who played 16 seasons in the NHL for seven different teams. Drafted 7th overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs, he was known for his offensive production and quick skating, particularly during his time with the Minnesota North Stars/Dallas Stars where he achieved career highs. He retired in 1999 with 774 career points.
Career Achievements & Milestones
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NHL All-Star Game Selection
1994
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Stanley Cup Finalist
1989
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Represented Canada at Winter Olympics
1984
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Career-high 36 goals
1992-93
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Broke 20-goal barrier
1985-86
Player Information & Stats
Detailed career statistics and background information about Russ Courtnall.
Player Info
Country: Canada
Position: Right wing
Jersey #: 10
Status: Retired
Age: 60 years old
Physical Stats
Height: 5' 11" (180 cm)
Weight: 175 lbs (79 kg)
Born: Duncan, British Columbia
Career Stats
Seasons: 16
Goals: 297
Assists: 447
Points: 774
Teams: 7
Drafted: 1983
Round: 1st
Teams & Career
Toronto Maple Leafs Montreal Canadiens Minnesota North Stars Dallas Stars Vancouver Canucks New York Rangers Los Angeles Kings
Russ Courtnall played for 7 different teams during his 16 seasons career. He was originally drafted 1st overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1983.