Joe Fortunato (ice hockey)

Joe Fortunato (born January 1, 1955) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player.

Joe Fortunato
Born (1955-01-01) January 1, 1955 (age 69)
Bari, Italy
Height 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Weight 170 lb (77 kg; 12 st 2 lb)
Position Left wing
Shot Left
Played for WHA
Edmonton Oilers
NAHL
Erie Blades
Cape Codders
Maine Nordiques
IHL
Dayton Gems
NHL draft 47th overall, 1975
New York Islanders
WHA draft 104th overall, 1975
Cleveland Crusaders
Playing career 1975–1977

Career

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Fortunato was selected by the New York Islanders in the third round (47th overall) of the 1975 NHL Amateur Draft and was also drafted by the Cleveland Crusaders in the 8th round (104th overall) of the 1975 WHA Amateur Draft.

Fortunato played professional hockey for two seasons (1975–76 and 1976–77), recording 68 games in the minor leagues and one game in the World Hockey Association with the Edmonton Oilers, in 1976–77.[1]

References

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  1. ^ "WHA Oilers Page - Joe Fortunato".
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