About Steve Shutt
Stephen John Shutt is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played 13 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1972 to 1985, 12 seasons for the Montreal Canadiens and 1 season for the Los Angeles Kings. He is in the Hockey Hall of Fame. While playing for the Canadiens he won the Stanley Cup five times: in 1973, 1976, 1977, 1978, and 1979. His wrist shot was known for its superior accuracy, and Shutt was noted for his ability to consistently pick corners or hit the five-hole. Moreover, Shutt was famous for the power and unusual level of accuracy found in his slap shot, which he could get off in full stride while coming down the wing.
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