Robert Thomas Joyce (born July 11, 1966) is a former

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player who played six seasons in the

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(NHL) for the

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and

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between 1988 and 1993. He was drafted by the Bruins in the fourth round (82nd overall) in the

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from the

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Playing career

Joyce played his college hockey at the University of North Dakota, winning the NCAA Division I national title in 1987. That year he set a school record with 52 goals.

Career notes

* As a member of the Boston Bruins, Joyce played in the famous black-out game at

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during the 1987-88 Stanley Cup finals against the

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, May 24, 1988. * Joyce made the Canadian Olympic Team for Calgary, 1988, playing only two hours away from his home.

Personal life

Joyce is currently the Director of Aviation Safety at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in

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. He is also the head coach of the Embry Riddle Eagles Division II ice hockey team.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

International

Awards and honours

References

External links

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Profile at hockeydraftcentral.com
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