Earl Ingarfield Sr.

Earl Thompson Ingarfield Sr., born on October 25, 1934, is a distinguished Canadian former professional ice hockey centre whose career spanned thirteen seasons in the National Hockey League from 1958 to 1971. Over the course of his career, Ingarfield played in 746 NHL games, amassing a total of 179 goals and 226 assists, which culminated in 405 points.

Ingarfield's most notable season came in 1961-62 while playing for the New York Rangers, where he achieved personal bests with twenty-six goals, thirty-one assists, and fifty-seven points. His journey in the NHL also included a significant role with the Pittsburgh Penguins, where he served as captain during the 1968-69 season, shortly after the team’s expansion into the league. He later transitioned to the Oakland Seals, where he concluded his playing career in 1971.

Beyond his playing days, Ingarfield made his mark as a coach, taking on the role of second coach for the New York Islanders during their inaugural season in 1972-73. He succeeded Phil Goyette and was supported by assistant coach Aut Erickson. However, after thirty games, he did not continue with the franchise for the following season.

Ingarfield's legacy in hockey extends to his family, as his son, Earl Ingarfield Jr., also pursued a career in the NHL, continuing the family's connection to the sport.