Charlie Burns
American-born Canadian ice hockey player (1936–2021)
Charles Frederick Burns (February 14, 1936 – November 5, 2021) was an American-born Canadian professional ice hockey forward. He played 749 games in the National Hockey League. He played for the Detroit Red Wings, Boston Bruins, Oakland Seals, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Minnesota North Stars.
Charlie Burns | |||
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Born |
Detroit, Michigan, U.S. | February 14, 1936||
Died |
November 5, 2021 (aged 85) Wallingford, Connecticut, U.S. | ||
Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) | ||
Weight | 170 lb (77 kg; 12 st 2 lb) | ||
Position | Center | ||
Shot | Left | ||
Played for |
Detroit Red Wings Boston Bruins Oakland Seals Pittsburgh Penguins Minnesota North Stars | ||
National team | Canada | ||
Playing career | 1952–1974 |
Medal record | ||
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Men's ice hockey | ||
Representing Canada | ||
World Championships | ||
1958 Oslo |
Burns died on November 5, 2021 in Wallingford, Connecticut at the age of 85.[1]