Drafted in the 6th round, 103rd overall in 1978 by the Montreal Canadiens, Acton went on to register 584 points (226G, 358A) and 1,172 penalty minutes in 1,023 career NHL games with the Montreal Canadiens, Minnesota North Stars, Edmonton Oilers, Philadelphia Flyers, Washington Capitals and New York Islanders. He posted a career high 88 points (36G, 52A) and 88 penalty minutes in 78 games with Montreal in 1981-82, as well as representing the Canadiens at the 1982 All-Star Game.
The Stouffville, Ontario native also tallied 33 points (12G, 21A) and 88 penalty minutes in 66 career Stanley Cup Playoff games and helped the Oilers capture the 1988 Stanley Cup championship. |