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Anson CarterProfessional Canadian ice hockey player
Date of Birth: 06.06.1947
Country:  Canada |
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Biography of Enson Carter
Enson Carter is a professional Canadian hockey player who began his career in the North American National League in 1996. At the age of 22, he was selected by the Washington Capitals in the annual draft auction. In the previous season, he played for the Edmonton Oilers and was loaned to the New York Rangers.
Key Moments in his Career
In the last World Hockey Championship, held in Finland, the outcome of the final match between the Canadian and Swedish teams was decided by a shot from Enson Carter, the only black player on the Canadian team. He made the winning goal by skating out from behind the net and shooting the puck into the near corner. This reminded our hockey veterans of the famous plays by Vsevolod Bobrov. The Swedish goalie seemed to have covered the puck with his blocker, and the head referee could not say for sure. Video cameras intervened, and after reviewing the footage for about 10-15 minutes, the goal was counted. Carter was ecstatic with joy.
Personal Life
Enson Carter was born on June 6, 1974, in Toronto, Ontario, to immigrant parents from Barbados. He stands at a height of 185 cm and weighs 91 kg. Currently single.
Career Statistics
Carter started his career in the North American National League in 1996 when he was drafted by the Washington Capitals at the age of 22. In the previous season, he played for the Edmonton Oilers before being loaned to the New York Rangers.
During his time with the Oilers, Carter played 68 games in the NHL and scored 55 points (25 goals and 30 assists). He also played 11 games for the Rangers, recording 1 goal and 4 assists. Overall, throughout his NHL career, Carter played in 452 games, accumulating 310 points (143 goals and 167 assists). He has spent 150 minutes in the penalty box.
Other Endeavors
Carter made his debut as one of the hosts on the program "Center Ice" on one of the commercial television channels. After the Canadian team's victory in Helsinki, he decided to spend his vacation in Los Angeles. He may also visit the homeland of his ancestors, Barbados.
