Connell was a member of the Ottawa Senators from 1925 to 1931, and was part of the team that won the Stanley Cup in 1927. He was then traded to the Montreal Maroons, where he played from 1931 to 1935. During his time with the Maroons, Connell won the Vezina Trophy in 1932 and 1933, which is awarded to the NHL's best goaltender.
In 1935, Connell was traded to the Detroit Red Wings, where he played for two seasons. He was part of the Red Wings team that won the Stanley Cup in 1936. He retired from the NHL in 1937, and went on to coach the Ottawa Senators for one season.
Throughout his career, Connell was known for his athleticism and quick reflexes. He was also known for his ability to make difficult saves, and was considered one of the best goaltenders of his era. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1963, and his number 1 jersey was retired by the Ottawa Senators in 1992.
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