Don Biggs | |
Position | Centre |
Shot | Right |
Height Weight |
5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) 180 lb (82 kg) |
Teams | Minnesota North Stars Philadelphia Flyers |
Nationality | Canadian |
Born | Mississauga, ON, CAN | April 7, 1965,
NHL Draft | 156th overall, 1983 Minnesota North Stars |
Pro Career | 1985 – 1999 2001 – 2002 |
Don R. Biggs (born April 7, 1965 in Mississauga, Ontario) is a retired Canadian professional ice hockey player.
Playing career[]
Don Biggs was drafted 156th overall by the Minnesota North Stars in the 1983 NHL Entry Draft. Biggs was unable to break into the line-up and only played one game with the team. In 1985 his rights were traded to the Edmonton Oilers, but once again he was unable to make the team, never playing a game. In 1987 Biggs signed with the Philadelphia Flyers, and eventually played a total of 12 NHL games notching 2 assists.
While Biggs never managed to become a regular member of an NHL club, he was a valuable member of many minor league hockey teams.
Biggs experienced his greatest success as a member of the Cincinnati Cyclones from 1993–1999 and for a stint in 2002. During his time with the team he became a fan favorite and a local celebrity.
Life after hockey[]
Don Biggs now lives not far from Cincinnati and is very involved in local hockey programs.
Awards[]
- John B. Sollenberger Trophy 1992-93 (Binghamton Rangers AHL)
- Les Cunningham Award 1992-93 (Binghamton Rangers AHL)
External links[]
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