Garry Lariviere (born March 28, 1956) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the St. Louis Blues, Minnesota North Stars, and Chicago Blackhawks between 1977 and 1985. Prior to his NHL career, Lariviere played junior hockey with the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds of the Ontario Hockey Association (OHA).
Early life and junior career
Born in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, Lariviere developed as a defenseman in the OHA, where he was noted for his physical style of play and defensive reliability.
Professional career
- St. Louis Blues (1977‑1979): Lariviere made his NHL debut in the 1977‑78 season, appearing in 34 games and recording 1 goal and 7 assists.
- Minnesota North Stars (1979‑1982): Traded to Minnesota, he became a regular on the blue line, playing 167 games and contributing 5 goals and 30 assists.
- Chicago Blackhawks (1982‑1985): Joined Chicago, adding 54 games with 2 goals and 9 assists before concluding his NHL tenure.
Over his NHL career, Lariviere played a total of 320 regular‑season games, tallying 8 goals, 46 assists, and 54 points, along with 340 penalty minutes.
Post‑NHL career
After leaving the NHL, Lariviere continued playing in minor leagues, including stints with the Milwaukee Admirals (International Hockey League) and the Salt Lake Golden Eagles (Central Hockey League). He retired from professional hockey in the late 1980s.
Personal life
Details regarding Lariviere’s personal life, including post‑retirement activities and family, are not extensively documented in publicly available reliable sources.
Legacy
Lariviere is recognized among Canadian ice‑hockey players of the late 1970s and early 1980s for his role as a steady defensive presence and for his contributions to the teams he represented during his NHL career.
