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10 unusual facts about Ken Dryden


2006 Liberal leadership bid by Stéphane Dion

Many threw their support behind Dion, as did former leadership candidates Ken Dryden and Joe Volpe.

Art Eggleton

On May 13, 2004, Eggleton announced he would not be a candidate in the 2004 federal election, making way for the nomination of Ken Dryden as the Liberal candidate in York Centre.

Bruce Bullock

He was named to the NCAA First All-American Team in goal in 1970 and 1971 (succeeding Hall of Famer Ken Dryden, who took the honour from 1967–69), and was named ECAC Player of the Year in 1971.

Gabriel Hogan

Hogan's film credits include Crazy Canucks, Peacekeepers, Canada Russia '72 (playing Ken Dryden), The One, Bridal Fever, Head in the Clouds, Accidental Friendship, Moving Day and Show Me.

Live at the Musicians Exchange Cafe

The Allmusic review by Ken Dryden states that "This 1987 live date from a Fort Lauderdale club is worth seeking".

Prelude and Sonata

The Allmusic review by Ken Dryden states that "This release is definitely off the beaten path for McCoy Tyner, but it is well worth acquiring".

Solar: Live at Sweet Basil

The Allmusic review by Ken Dryden states "This solid concert is easily recommended to fans of McCoy Tyner".

Tammy Shewchuk-Dryden

She is married to Michael Dryden, son of hockey hall of famer Ken Dryden.

Truthiness

In 2006, Liberal Party of Canada leadership contender Ken Dryden used truthiness as an extensive theme in a speech in the House of Commons.

Two By Four

The Allmusic review by Ken Dryden awarded the album 4½ stars stating "This series of duets featuring bassist Marc Johnson with different guests could be considered a tribute to Bill Evans, because it includes such a number of songs associated with the late pianist (though only one is an Evans composition)".


Toronto Predators

Hockey Hall of Famers Ken Dryden and Darryl Sittler, and singer John McDermott did the opening puck drop, as the Americans won the game 4-2.