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Dennis Polonich is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1974 to 1984. He was born in Foam Lake, Saskatchewan, and played for the Detroit Red Wings, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Chicago Blackhawks.
Polonich was drafted by the Red Wings in the second round of the 1974 NHL Amateur Draft. He made his NHL debut in the 1974–75 season, and went on to play in 545 NHL games, scoring 109 goals and adding 166 assists for 275 points. He was known as an agitator and a fighter, and was one of the most penalized players in the NHL during his career.
Polonich retired from the NHL in 1984, and returned to Foam Lake, where he still resides. He is currently the owner of a local hockey school, and is involved in various charitable causes in the area.
As of 2021, Dennis Polonich's net worth is estimated to be roughly $2 million.
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| Age |
71 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Sagittarius |
| Born |
4 December 1953 |
| Birthday |
4 December |
| Birthplace |
Foam Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada |
| Nationality |
Canada |
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Dennis Polonich Height, Weight & Measurements
At 71 years old, Dennis Polonich height
is 1.68 m and Weight 75 kg.
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1.68 m |
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75 kg |
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Dennis Polonich Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Dennis Polonich worth at the age of 71 years old? Dennis Polonich’s income source is mostly from being a successful . He is from Canada. We have estimated
Dennis Polonich's net worth
, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Pending |
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Under Review |
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Dennis Polonich Social Network
Timeline
After five and a half seasons with the Red Wings, Polonich was sent down to the AHL after the 1980–81 season and, besides 11 games in 1982, remained there. He helped the Adirondack Red Wings reach the playoffs twice in the following four years before jumping to the Muskegon Lumberjacks of the IHL. Polonich retired in 1987.
On October 25, 1978, Polonich got under the skin of the Colorado Rockies' Wilf Paiement. In what has been termed as the worst-ever case of brutality in the NHL, Paiement smashed the diminutive Polonich across the face with his stick, leaving Polonich with a concussion, severe facial lacerations, and a broken nose requiring reconstructive surgery. Polonich sued, and was rewarded with a settlement of $850,000, in 1982. Polonich suffered from breathing problems for the remainder of his career.
In the 1974–75 season, Polonich joined the Virginia Wings of the American Hockey League (AHL). He led the Wings in penalty minutes, and his 34 points helped them reach the playoffs, where he was the team's leading scorer in their short playoff appearance. Towards the end of the regular season, Polonich joined the Red Wings for his first four NHL games, recording no points or penalty minutes. After a quick stint with the Kalamazoo Wings of the International Hockey League (IHL), Polonich became a full-time Red Wing in the 1975–76 NHL season. The Red Wings were retooling, adding toughness and grit to their roster after a few disappointing seasons and Polonich fit the bill. Although small, Polonich brought an instant force to the team. Polonich set a club record on March 24, 1976 by sitting out eight penalties – five minors, a major and a misconduct.
In the 1976–77 NHL season Polonich had a short tenure as captain of the Detroit Red Wings while Danny Grant was injured. He finished second in team scoring with 46 points and led the team (second in the league behind Tiger Williams) in penalty minutes with 274. He again led the team in penalty minutes the following season.
Standing only five feet, six inches, and while playing for the Flin Flon Bombers of the Western Canadian Hockey League, Polonich attracted attention of scouts by being a pest, antagonizing opposing players while scoring occasional goals. During the 1972–73 season Polonich was known for his relentless trash-talking, and racked up 222 penalty minutes along with 83 points. Polonich was drafted 118th by the Detroit Red Wings in 1973. However, the Wings wanted to see if Polonich could be as effective in a higher-level league, and sent him play a season with the London Lions in Britain. He impressed and was brought back for the 1974–75 season.
Dennis Daniel "Polo" Polonich (born December 4, 1953) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre who spent his entire National Hockey League (NHL) career with the Detroit Red Wings. He was selected in the eighth round, 118th overall, by the Detroit Red Wings in the 1973 NHL Amateur Draft.
