Earl Robertson

Earl Cooper "Robbie" Robertson was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender who played 190 games in the National Hockey League.

Early life

Robertson was born in Bengough, Saskatchewan. He played junior hockey with the Regina Falcons.

Career

During his career, Robertson played with the Detroit Red Wings and New York Americans/Brooklyn Americans.
During the 1937 Stanley Cup playoffs, Detroit's regular goaltender Normie Smith was injured. Robertson was called on play six games in the playoffs. Robertson was in net the day Detroit Red Wings won their second Stanley Cup in 1937, and his name is engraved on cup as a result of this win. During World War II, he served with the 19th Alberta Dragoons.