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He played 20 seasons in the National Hockey League.
15 Interesting Facts About Steve Thomas
Steve Thomas was an undrafted Canadian right winger who enjoyed a 20-season NHL career, known for his goal-scoring prowess and memorable playoff performances with multiple teams.
Position
Right wing
Jersey
#32
Status
Retired
Teams
8
Facts
15
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He was born in Stockport, England, but represented Canada internationally.
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He won the Dudley "Red" Garrett Memorial Award as the top rookie in the American Hockey League in 1985.
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He signed as a free agent with the Toronto Maple Leafs after going undrafted.
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He played for six different NHL teams during his extensive career.
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A teacher once told him that "hockey can only take you so far" when he was in school.
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His career was rejuvenated after a trade to the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim in 2003.
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He played on a line with Pavel Datsyuk and Brett Hull during his season with the Detroit Red Wings.
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He never captured a Stanley Cup despite being considered a great playoff performer.
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He was the last original Toronto Marlboro to make it to the Toronto Maple Leafs of the NHL.
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He and teammate Ray Ferraro emerged as unlikely heroes during the Islanders' 1993 playoff run after a superstar injury.
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He came close to winning the Stanley Cup in 2003, losing in Game 7 of the finals.
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He is one half of the first father-son combination to each score 50 goals in a single OHL season.
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He had 10 goals in the final 12 games of the 2002-03 season after being traded to Anaheim.
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He was memorably towel-snapped by Patrick Swayze in the movie Youngblood.
About Steve Thomas
Steve Thomas was a Canadian right winger who played 20 seasons in the NHL, known for his goal-scoring ability and tenacity. Undrafted, he became a bona-fide scorer, notably having his best years with the New York Islanders where he set career highs in points and goals. Though never winning a Stanley Cup, he came close in 2003 with the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim and was recognized as a strong playoff performer.
Career Achievements & Milestones
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Dudley "Red" Garrett Memorial Award
1985
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Career-High 87 Points
1992-93
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Career-High 42 Goals
1993-94
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Stanley Cup Finals Appearance
2003
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World Championship Gold Medal
1994
Player Information & Stats
Detailed career statistics and background information about Steve Thomas.
Player Info
Country: Canada
Position: Right wing
Jersey #: 32
Status: Retired
Age: 62 years old
Physical Stats
Height: 5' 11" (180 cm)
Weight: 185 lbs (84 kg)
Born: Stockport, England
Career Stats
Seasons: 20
Goals: 421
Assists: 512
Points: 933
Teams: 8
Teams & Career
Toronto Maple Leafs Chicago Blackhawks New York Islanders New Jersey Devils Toronto Maple Leafs Chicago Blackhawks Mighty Ducks of Anaheim Detroit Red Wings
Steve Thomas played for 8 different teams during his 20 seasons career.