Dale Hawerchuk Wiki, Age, Wife, Family, Cause of Death, Net Worth, Parents, Wife (Crystal Hawerchuk), Stats, Obituary
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Dale Hawerchuk Biography – Dale Hawerchuk Wiki
Dale Hawerchuk was a Canadian professional ice hockey player and coach. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Winnipeg Jets, Buffalo Sabres, St. Louis Blues and Philadelphia Flyers. He won the NHL’s Calder Memorial Trophy as the league’s Rookie of the Year in 1982 and was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in his second year of eligibility in 2001.
Hawerchuk served as the head coach of the Barrie Colts of the Ontario Hockey League from 2010 to 2019. He took a leave of absence from his position as head coach of the Ontario Hockey League’s Barrie Colts in September 2019 after his initial diagnosis of stomach cancer.
Dale Hawerchuk Age
He was born on April 4, 1963, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He died on August 18, 2020, in Barrie, Ontario, Canada. He was 57 years old.
Dale Hawerchuk Wife
Dale Hawerchuk was married to his wife Crystal Hawerchuk.
Dale Hawerchuk Kids – Dale Hawerchuk Family
Dale Hawerchuk and his wife Crystal Hawerchuk had three children; Ben Hawerchuk, Eric Hawerchuk, and Alexis Hawerchuk.
Dale Hawerchuk Death
Dale Hawerchuk died on August 18, 2020, at age 57, after a battle with stomach cancer. Hawerchuk’s son, Eric Hawerchuk, announced the news on Twitter. Eric tweeted: “After an incredibly brave and difficult battle with cancer, our dad has passed away. My family is so proud of him and the way he fought. #HawerchukStrong.”
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said in a statement: “The National Hockey League mourns the passing of Dale Hawerchuk, an instant and enduring star who captured the hearts of two hockey-loving cities, represented his country with class and distinction, and is one of the most decorated players in our game’s history.
“A prodigy almost from the moment he first donned skates in his native Toronto, the precocious Hawerchuk immediately dazzled at every level – from a legendary performance at the Quebec Pee Wee Tournament to leading Cornwall to his first of two Memorial Cup titles as a 17-year-old to being named Memorial Cup MVP and Canadian Major Junior Player of the Year in 1980-81. Selected first overall by Winnipeg in 1981, he won the Calder Trophy to commence a brilliant, nine-season career with the Jets that ultimately led to his No. 10 being honored by both the Jets and Coyotes. For his second act, upon being traded to the Sabres, he produced five superior seasons in Buffalo, where he also is considered a local hero.
“A revered leader whose commitment to charitable causes was tireless, Hawerchuk also was a force on the world stage, playing a pivotal role for Canada in both of its 1987 and 1991 Canada Cup triumphs. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2001, Hawerchuk was in the midst of a similarly successful post-playing career as a coach and director of hockey operations of Barrie of the OHL when he became ill and was taken from us far too soon. We send our condolences to his wife, Crystal; their three children, Ben, Eric and Alexis; and countless teammates and fans who were fortunate enough to see him play and call him a friend.”
The Buffalo Sabres said in the following statement: “The Buffalo Sabres are saddened to hear of the tragic loss of one of the team’s all-time greats, Dale Hawerchuk. As we mourn Dale, we reminisce on the wonderful memories he brought Sabres fans during his five seasons in Buffalo. We’d like to send our heartfelt condolences to Dale’s wife, Crystal, and the entire Hawerchuk family during this difficult time.”
The Winnipeg jets said in a statement: “Dale Hawerchuk put Winnipeg and the jets on the map the day he arrived in our city in 1981, and his love for our community and remarkable Hall of Fame career will keep it there for many generations to come. Dale had a relationship with our fans unlike any player in the history of our franchise. Whether at home or on the world stage, “Ducky” was embraced by so many, so often because of his humility and the grace by which he always carried himself. Dale was quite simply one of the finest human beings we have ever known that also just happened to be a superstar.
“The Winnipeg jets Hockey Club, our players, our alumni, and our fans will miss him dearly, and we will forever be inspired by his passion for the game, his commitment to his team, and his love for our community.”
Dale Hawerchuk Cause of Death
Dale Hawerchuk’s cause of death was stomach cancer.
Dale Hawerchuk Net Worth
Dale Hawerchuk’s net worth was estimated to be $5 Million.
Dale Hawerchuk Height
He stood at a height of 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm).
