Robert Desjardins

Robert Desjardins, born on August fifteenth, nineteen sixty-seven, in Verdun, Quebec, is a former Canadian professional goaltender known for his impressive junior and university hockey career. His journey began in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League, where he played from nineteen eighty-four to nineteen eighty-eight, showcasing his talent with four different teams: the Shawinigan Cataractes, Hull Olympiques, Longueuil Chevaliers, and Victoriaville Tigres.

Throughout his junior career, Desjardins earned numerous accolades, including the title of leading goalie for two consecutive seasons in nineteen eighty-six and nineteen eighty-seven. His remarkable performance in nineteen eighty-seven also earned him the Most Valuable Player award, while he was recognized as the league's defensive rookie in nineteen eighty-five.

After going undrafted by NHL teams, Desjardins continued his hockey journey at Concordia University from nineteen eighty-eight to nineteen ninety-two. His collegiate career was marked by consistent excellence, as he was named to the all-star team each year and received the league's Most Valuable Player award in nineteen ninety-one.

Desjardins turned professional in nineteen ninety-two with the Wichita Thunder of the Central Hockey League. His rookie season was highlighted by winning the Rookie of the Year award, and he followed it up with another successful season, earning the Most Valuable Player award before retiring in nineteen ninety-five.