Randy Burridge is a former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. He was born on January 7, 1966, in Fort Erie, Ontario, Canada. Burridge began his hockey career in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the Belleville Bulls in 1982. He played for the Bulls for three seasons before being drafted by the Boston Bruins in the fourth round of the 1985 NHL Entry Draft.
Burridge made his NHL debut with the Bruins during the 1987-88 season. He played in 15 games and scored two goals and two assists. The following season, Burridge played in 66 games and scored 22 goals and 19 assists. He continued to be a productive player for the Bruins over the next few seasons, scoring 20 or more goals in three of his first four seasons with the team.
In 1991, Burridge was traded to the Washington Capitals. He played for the Capitals for two seasons and was a key contributor to the team's success. In the 1991-92 season, Burridge scored 31 goals and 27 assists in 80 games. He also helped the Capitals reach the Stanley Cup playoffs, where they advanced to the second round before being eliminated by the Pittsburgh Penguins.
After his time with the Capitals, Burridge played for several other NHL teams, including the Winnipeg Jets, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Dallas Stars. He continued to be a productive player, scoring 20 or more goals in three of his first four seasons with the Stars.
Burridge retired from professional hockey in 1998. Over the course of his NHL career, he played in 639 games and scored 193 goals and 202 assists. He also played in 53 playoff games and scored 12 goals and 13 assists.
In addition to his NHL career, Burridge also played for Team Canada in several international tournaments. He won a gold medal at the 1985 World Junior Championships and a silver medal at the 1991 Canada Cup.
After retiring from hockey, Burridge remained involved in the sport. He worked as a coach and scout for several teams, including the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Florida Panthers. He also worked as a broadcaster for the Panthers and as a color commentator for NHL games on ESPN.
Overall, Randy Burridge had a successful career in professional hockey. He was a skilled and productive player who played for several NHL teams and represented Canada in international tournaments. After retiring from hockey, he remained involved in the sport and continued to contribute to its growth and development.
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