Andrew McBain was a Canadian ice hockey player who had a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a center. He was born on February 6, 1966, in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada. McBain began his hockey career playing for the Belleville Bulls of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) in the early 1980s. He was a standout player in the OHL, and his performance earned him a spot on the Canadian national junior team in 1985.
McBain was drafted by the Winnipeg Jets in the second round of the 1983 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Jets in the 1985-86 season and quickly established himself as a reliable center. McBain was known for his speed, agility, and scoring ability. He was also a solid defensive player and was often used on the penalty kill.
After spending four seasons with the Jets, McBain was traded to the Vancouver Canucks in 1989. He continued to play at a high level with the Canucks, and in the 1991-92 season, he scored a career-high 24 goals and 56 points. McBain was also a key player for the Canucks in the playoffs, helping them reach the second round in 1992.
In 1993, McBain was traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning, where he played for two seasons. He was named the team's captain in his second season with the Lightning. McBain's leadership and experience were valuable to the young Lightning team, and he helped them improve their record in each of his two seasons with the team.
McBain's NHL career came to an end in 1995 when he suffered a serious knee injury while playing for the Lightning. He attempted a comeback with the New York Islanders in 1996 but was unable to regain his form and retired from professional hockey.
Overall, McBain played in 613 NHL games, scoring 144 goals and 197 assists for a total of 341 points. He was a skilled and versatile player who was respected by his teammates and opponents alike. McBain's contributions to the teams he played for helped them achieve success on the ice, and his legacy as a talented NHL player will be remembered for years to come.
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