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Joe Murphy, the No. 1 pick in 1986, won the Stanley Cup with the Oilers and made millions in the league. But he also suffered from post-concussion syndrome and ended up living on the streets of northern Ontario. Read his story of rise and fall in this Sportsnet feature.
Joseph Patrick Murphy (born October 16, 1967) is a Canadian former professional hockey player who was chosen first overall in the 1986 NHL Entry Draft. Murphy won Calder Cup and NCAA championships before reaching the NHL.
- 6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
- Right Wing
- 1986–2001
Nov 18, 2020 · Former NHL player Joe Murphy suffered brain trauma from a hit in 1991 and became homeless and addicted. Journalist Rick Westhead investigates the link between hockey and brain injuries in his book and documentary.
Jun 17, 2022 · Joe Murphy, a former NHL player and 1990 Stanley Cup winner is living on the streets in Canada. Murphy should’ve been enjoying a comfortable retirement.
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Joe Murphy is a former NHL player who played for six teams from 1986 to 2001. He scored 528 goals and 295 assists for 810 points in 779 games, and won a Stanley Cup with the Edmonton Oilers in 1990.
- London, ONT
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Oct 10, 2018 · Joe Murphy, who played 15 seasons in the NHL, has been living on the streets of Kenora, Ontario, for over a year. He admits to mental health problems, past drug use and concussion-related symptoms, but refuses help and stays in touch with his hockey memories.
Date of Birth Oct 16, 1967. Age 56. Place of Birth London, ON, CAN. Nation. Canada. Youth Team - Position RW. Height 185 cm / 6'1" Weight 86 kg / 190 lbs. Shoots L. Status Retired. Drafted. 1986 round 1 # 1 overall by Detroit Red Wings. Highlights. 1. Team Staff profile of Joe Murphy also available » Use/Embed statistics. Default. Game Average.
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