Hershey Bears Alumni: Keith Acton

Hershey Bears of the past. A Blog devoted to the past players of the American Hockey Leagues Hershey Bears. Once a week a former Bear will be profiled. Learn about the individuals who made the Bears the greatest team in minor league hockey history.

Wednesday, July 04, 2007

Keith Acton

Seven years and counting for super pest Keith Acton. The Stouffville native has continued a successful career in hockey as Assistant Coach for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Acton, 48, concluded his playing career in 1995 by lacing up the skates for the Hershey Bears for 12 games. The center registered 12 points and 58 penalty minutes before retiring.
Acton played 1023 NHL games primarily for the Montreal Canadiens, Minnesota North Stars, Edmonton Oilers and Philadelphia Flyers. As a member of the 1988 Oilers, Action won the Stanley Cup.
Acton and his wife Susan reside in Stoufville with there four children.