Jim Pappin, Maple Leafs’ 1967 Stanley Cup hero, dead at 82
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The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Wednesday, that Jim Pappin, who scored in the 1967 Stanley Cup final winning goal, has died at the age of 82.
Pappin spent parts of five seasons in Toronto from 1963-68. He was presented with the following: creditToronto’s second goal in the 3-1 series-ending victory against Montreal Canadiens in game 6 on May 2, 1967. Pete Stemkowski, Pappin’s linemate, deflected the ball in. creditTo receive a contract bonus.
The Copper Cliff, Ont. The Copper Cliff, Ont. native was ranked No. 100 on the 100 most influential Leafs. 89) in the franchise’s centennial year.
Traded to Chicago in 1968, he had his biggest offensive seasons with MPH Line mates Pit Martin and Dennis Hull, finishing with career highs of 41 goals, 51 assists and 92 points in 1972-73. After seven seasons with Chicago, he finished his career with the California Seals/Cleveland Barons in 1977.
Pappin scored 278 goals and 295 assists in 767 regular-season NHL games. He had 33 goals and 34 assists in 92 playoff games.
We are deeply sorry to hear about the passing Jim Pappin.<br><br>Jim played 5 seasons in Toronto, winning the Stanley Cup in 1964 & ‘67. Named one of the 100 Greatest Leafs, he scored the Cup-winning goal and led team in scoring in ‘67. <br><br>Our thoughts are with his family & friends. <a href=”https://t.co/w3adMFuzGD”>pic.twitter.com/w3adMFuzGD</a>
—@MapleLeafs
Source: CBC Sports
