Jamie Huscroft is a former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. He was born on January 4, 1966, in Creston, British Columbia, Canada. Huscroft began his hockey career in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Kamloops Blazers in the mid-1980s. He played for the Blazers for four seasons, winning two WHL championships and a Memorial Cup in 1986.
Huscroft was drafted by the Calgary Flames in the eighth round of the 1986 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Flames during the 1988-89 season, playing in 11 games. Huscroft spent the majority of his first few seasons in the NHL playing for the Flames' minor league affiliate, the Salt Lake Golden Eagles of the International Hockey League (IHL).
In 1991, Huscroft was traded to the Boston Bruins. He played for the Bruins for four seasons, from 1991 to 1995. During his time in Boston, Huscroft was known for his physical play and his willingness to drop the gloves and fight. He was a fan favorite for his toughness and his work ethic.
After leaving the Bruins, Huscroft played for several other NHL teams, including the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Calgary Flames (for a second stint), the Washington Capitals, and the Vancouver Canucks. He played his final NHL game in 2000, finishing his career with 1 goal, 16 assists, and 1,550 penalty minutes in 726 games.
After retiring from professional hockey, Huscroft became a coach. He spent several years coaching in the minor leagues, including stints with the ECHL's Victoria Salmon Kings and the AHL's Worcester Sharks. In 2014, Huscroft was named the head coach of the Nanaimo Clippers of the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL). He coached the Clippers for two seasons before stepping down in 2016.
Throughout his career, Huscroft was known for his toughness and his willingness to stand up for his teammates. He was a physical defenseman who was not afraid to throw his weight around and get into fights. Despite his reputation as an enforcer, Huscroft was also a skilled player who could contribute offensively when called upon.
Overall, Jamie Huscroft had a successful career in professional hockey, playing for over a decade in the NHL and winning a Memorial Cup in junior hockey. He was a fan favorite for his toughness and his work ethic, and he has continued to contribute to the sport as a coach in the years since his retirement.
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