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Craig Simpson

Born:February 15, 1967Draft:1985 Penguins #2 Overall
Hometown:London, ONPosition:LW
Known For:2x Stanley CupShoots:Right
National Team:CanadaCurrent Status:Retired

Craig Andrew Simpson (born February 15, 1967) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey winger who played 10 seasons in the National Hockey League for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Edmonton Oilers and the Buffalo Sabres. He is currently a broadcaster, involved in Sportsnet NHL game broadcasts as a color commentator, including Hockey Night in Canada telecasts.

Craig Simpson Edmonton Oilers
Craig Simpson, Edmonton Oilers (Photo by Graig Abel/Getty Images)

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Achievements

  • Stanley Cup Champion (Oilers – 1988, 1990)
  • Stanley Cup Clinching Goal (1990)
  • NCAA (CCHA) First All-Star Team (1985)
  • NCAA (West) First All-American Team (1985)
  • Hobey Baker Award Finalist (1985)

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