b. 1951
Marcel Elphège “Little Beaver” Dionne (born August 3, 1951) is a retired Canadian professional ice hockey centre who played 18 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1971 to 1989. Widely regarded as one of the greatest offensive players in hockey history, Dionne ranks among...
**Marcel Elphège "Little Beaver" Dionne** (born August 3, 1951) is a retired Canadian professional ice hockey centre who played 18 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1971 to 1989. Widely regarded as one of the greatest offensive players in hockey history, Dionne ranks among...
Marcel Dionne made his NHL debut with the Detroit Red Wings in the 1971-72 season, immediately establishing himself as a special talent. At just 20 years old, he recorded an impressive 28 goals and 49 assists for 77 points in 78 games, finishing as the runner-up for the Calder Memorial...
Marcel Dionne was the quintessential offensive centre of the 1970s and 1980s, combining exceptional scoring instincts with remarkable playmaking ability. Standing at just 5 feet 8 inches, he proved that size was not a prerequisite for dominance in a league that increasingly favored...
Marcel Dionne married his wife Carol, and together they have built a family life centered in the Niagara Falls, Ontario area. The Dionnes have several children and grandchildren, and Marcel has often spoken about the importance of family in providing balance to the pressures of...
and approximately 185 pounds, Dionne was considered undersized for an NHL centre, particularly during an era when players like Phil Esposito (6'1
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), and Bryan Trottier (5'11
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Best Player Without a Cup
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Marcel Dionne was one of the greatest offensive players in the history of the game. His statistics speak for themselves, but his impact on the Los Angeles Kings and hockey in Southern California goes far beyond numbers. He was a pioneer, a superstar, and a Hall of Famer in every sense of the word.
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| Year | Title | Role/Impact | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | Quick Facts | Achievement | |
| 1989 | NHL Rankings at Retirement | Achievement | |
| 1992 | Hall of Fame | Achievement | |
| 1951 | Childhood in Drummondville | Achievement | |
| 1970 | Record-Breaking 1970-71 Season | Achievement | |
| 1971 | The 1971 NHL Amateur Draft | Achievement |