On This Date: October 15

Ron Climie

In 1975 Paul Hoganson plays his first career Whalers game recording a win against Edmonton.
In 1975 Ron Climie scores the game winning goal in overtime vs Edmonton.
In 1977 Gordie Howe scores his 1st career Whalers goal vs Birmingham.
In 1978 Gordie Howe scores his 2500th career point with an assist vs Quebec.
In 1980 Steve Alley scores his 2nd career NHL goal vs Pittsburgh.
In 1980 Don Nachbaur scores his 1st career NHL goal vs Pittsburgh.
In 1983 Sylvain Turgeon scores his 1st NHL goal vs Pittsburgh.
In 1988 Peter Sidorkiewicz records his 1st career NHL win vs Chicago. 
In 1975 John French is sold to San Diego.
In 1982 Merlin Malinowski and the rights to Scott Fusco are acquired from New Jersey for Garry Howatt and Rick Meagher.
In 1987 Dave Williams is purchased from Los Angeles.

Boxscore of the Day:  Whalers vs. Edmonton 1975