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Darryl Sittler

Darryl Glen Sittler is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre best known for his long NHL career with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Philadelphia Flyers and Detroit Red Wings.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Darryl Glen Sittler is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre best known for his long NHL career with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Philadelphia Flyers and Detroit Red Wings. He is widely remembered for setting the NHL single-game points record with 10 points on February 7, 1976, and for his induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1989.

Early life and junior hockey

Sittler was born in St. Jacobs, Ontario, and developed as a hockey player in Ontario junior hockey before being selected by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 1970 NHL Amateur Draft.

NHL career

He played from 1970 to 1985, becoming a major offensive player for Toronto and later spending time with the Philadelphia Flyers and Detroit Red Wings. His career totals included 484 goals and 637 assists.

Record-setting game

On February 7, 1976, Sittler scored six goals and four assists for 10 points against the Boston Bruins, setting an NHL record for most points by one player in a single game.

Honours and legacy

Sittler was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1989 and was later included among the NHL's 100 Greatest Players. He remains a notable figure in Toronto Maple Leafs history and Canadian hockey.

Key facts

  • Darryl Sittler played 15 NHL seasons from 1970 to 1985.
  • He recorded 1,121 regular-season points in 1,096 NHL games.
  • He set an NHL record with 10 points in a single game on February 7, 1976.
  • He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1989.
  • The NHL named him one of its 100 Greatest NHL Players in 2017.
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Canadian context

Sittler is one of the best-known Canadian hockey players of his era and a prominent figure in Toronto Maple Leafs history. His record-setting performance and Hall of Fame career are part of Canadian hockey lore.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Darryl Sittler?
Darryl Sittler is a Canadian former NHL centre best known for his long career with the Toronto Maple Leafs and for holding the NHL single-game points record.
What record did Darryl Sittler set?
He set the NHL record for most points in a single game with 10 points, made up of six goals and four assists, on February 7, 1976.
Which teams did Darryl Sittler play for?
He played for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Philadelphia Flyers and Detroit Red Wings during his NHL career.
When was Darryl Sittler inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame?
He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1989.
How many NHL points did Darryl Sittler score?
He finished with 1,121 regular-season points in 1,096 NHL games.

References

  1. National Hockey League — https://www.nhl.com/player/darryl-sittler-8451386
    Supports: NHL games played and career totals.
  2. National Hockey League — https://www.nhl.com/news/darryl-sittler-100-greatest-nhl-hockey-players-284884844
    Supports: Career totals, teams played for, Hall of Fame induction, and 100 Greatest NHL Players recognition.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darryl_Sittler
    Supports: Record-setting 10-point game on February 7, 1976.
  4. Canada's Walk of Fame — https://www.canadaswalkoffame.com/inductees/darryl-sittler/
    Supports: Birth details, Maple Leafs career context, Hall of Fame induction, and Canadian legacy.
  5. Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/22054/darryl-sittler
    Supports: Birthplace, position, shooting side, draft position, and retired status.