Randy Gregg is a former professional ice hockey player who played for the Edmonton Oilers and the Vancouver Canucks in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born on February 19, 1956, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Gregg began his hockey career in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Portland Winter Hawks in the late 1970s. He played for the Winter Hawks for three seasons before joining the Canadian national team in 1980. He played for the national team for two years and was part of the team that won the silver medal at the 1981 Canada Cup.
In 1982, Gregg signed with the Edmonton Oilers and made his NHL debut in the same year. He played as a defenseman for the Oilers and was known for his physical play and defensive skills. He was also a key member of the team's power play unit and was known for his ability to move the puck up the ice.
During his time with the Oilers, Gregg won five Stanley Cup championships in 1984, 1985, 1987, 1988, and 1990. He was also named to the NHL All-Rookie Team in 1983 and was a finalist for the Norris Trophy as the league's top defenseman in 1986.
In 1988, Gregg suffered a serious injury when he was hit in the face by a puck during a game against the Los Angeles Kings. He suffered multiple facial fractures and had to undergo surgery to repair the damage. Despite the injury, he returned to the ice later that season and helped the Oilers win their fourth Stanley Cup championship.
In 1991, Gregg was traded to the Vancouver Canucks, where he played for one season before retiring from professional hockey in 1992. He finished his NHL career with 139 points (31 goals and 108 assists) in 474 regular-season games and 47 points (10 goals and 37 assists) in 137 playoff games.
After retiring from hockey, Gregg pursued a career in medicine and became a doctor. He earned a medical degree from the University of Alberta and completed a residency in orthopedic surgery. He also served as the team physician for the Edmonton Oilers and the Canadian national hockey team.
In addition to his medical career, Gregg has also been involved in coaching and player development. He has worked as an assistant coach for the Canadian national team and has served as the director of player development for the Oilers.
Overall, Randy Gregg had a successful hockey career, winning five Stanley Cup championships and earning recognition as one of the top defensemen in the NHL. He also went on to have a successful career in medicine and has continued to be involved in the hockey world as a coach and player development expert.
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