Shoebox Memories: Cliff Koroll

One of the most consistent wingers during the 1970s, Cliff Koroll held a special relationship with much more famous Chicago teammate Keith Magnuson.

Koroll and Magnuson had been best friends since youth hockey. Though both dreamed of playing in the NHL, they skipped junior hockey for the NHL road much less travelled at that time. The duo attended the University of Denver, leading the school to the NCAA title in their senior year.

In 1969-70 both players cracked the Chicago Blackhawks lineup, and would become mainstays through the 1970s. Magnuson, with his great looks and ultra-aggressive style of play, became an instant fan favorite. Koroll went about his work much in a much more unheralded fashion.

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