The second Team Captain in St. Louis Blues history, Berenson was known for his devotion to the game, both as a player and a coach. Berenson lived for the sport of hockey, playing in the NHL for 17 years before a coaching career at the NHL and NCAA levels that spanned nearly four decades.
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55 years ago: Berenson scores 6
Began career with the Montreal Canadiens in the 1961-62 season
Acquired by the Blues via trade - alongside Barclay Plager - on Nov. 29, 1967
Became the first player in Blues History to score six goals in one game on Nov. 7, 1968
Traded to Detroit on Feb. 6, 1971, then back to St. Louis on Dec. 30, 1974
Retired as a player after the 1977-78 season, joined Blues coaching staff
Named Blues Head Coach during 1979-80 season
Left after the 1981-82 season and later took on the head coaching role at his alma mater, University of Michigan
11 Frozen Four appearances and two NCAA Championships in 33 years as Michigan Head Coach
NHL Career (17 seasons):
987 games played
261 goals
397 assists
658 points
1964-65 Stanley Cup Champion
Played in six NHL All-Star Games (1965, 1969-1972, 1974)