Bob Murray

Robert John Murray (born July 16, 1948) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman. He played 194 games for the Atlanta Flames and Vancouver Canucks of the National Hockey League between 1973 and 1977. Prior to turning professional Murray played for Michigan Tech, and also spent time in the minor American Hockey League and Central Hockey League.

Early life Murray was born in Peterborough, Ontario. After playing four seasons at Michigan Tech, where he was named a WCHA First All-Star and NCAA West First All-American in 1971, Murray was signed as a territorial exemption by the Montreal Canadiens in September 1971.

He played 194 NHL games with the Flames and Canucks. After the 1976–77 season he began playing in Germany, where he played another 11 years of professional hockey.

Career statistics Regular season and playoffs

Awards and honours Award Year All-WCHA First Team 1970–71 AHCA West All-American 1970–71