Kim Clackson
Kimbel Gerald Clackson (born February 13, 1955) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman who played 106 games in the National Hockey League (NHL) and 271 games in the World Hockey Association (WHA). Clackson played for the Winnipeg Jets, Quebec Nordiques, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Indianapolis Racers. He currently holds the NHL record for most penalties in a single playoff game (8 - Apr 14, 1980 vs Boston).
| Kim Clackson | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born |
February 13, 1955 Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada | ||
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) | ||
| Weight | 195 lb (88 kg; 13 st 13 lb) | ||
| Position | Defence | ||
| Shot | Right | ||
| Played for |
WHA Indianapolis Racers Winnipeg Jets NHL Pittsburgh Penguins Quebec Nordiques | ||
| National team | Canada | ||
| NHL Draft |
85th overall, 1975 Pittsburgh Penguins | ||
| WHA Draft |
25th overall, 1975 Minnesota Fighting Saints | ||
| Playing career | 1975–1981 | ||
Clackson's elder son, Matt, was drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers and played 270 games in the American Hockey League (AHL). Another son, Chris, played in the AHL and the ECHL.
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