Shot Left Role Ice hockey Played for Philadelphia Flyers Name Al Hill Positions Centerman | Playing career Weight 79 kg NHL Draft Undrafted Height 1.85 m | |
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Born April 22, 1955 (age 68)
Nanaimo, BC, CAN ( 1955-04-22 ) | ||
Alan Douglas Hill (born April 22, 1955) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre who played eight seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Philadelphia Flyers. He is currently a pro scout with the Flyers. On February 14, 1977 Al made his NHL debut for the Philadelphia Flyers and scored two goals and three assists in a 6-4 victory against the St. Louis Blues. Hill set the NHL record for most points (5) in a debut, including scoring twice in the first period (0:36) and (11:33) against goaltender Yves Belanger.
Playing career
Hill started his NHL career with the Philadelphia Flyers in 1977. He would spend his entire career with the Flyers. He retired from hockey after the 1988–89 AHL season.
On February 14, 1977, Hill made his NHL debut for the Flyers. On that night, he tallied two goals and three assists for five points. His performance set a new record for most points by a player in his first NHL game (a 6-4 Philadelphia victory over the St. Louis Blues).