| Gary Schmalzbauer | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born | January 27, 1940 Saint Paul, MN, USA | ||
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (175 cm) | ||
| Weight | 161 lb (73 kg; 11 st 7 lb) | ||
| Position | Left wing | ||
| National team |  United States | ||
| Playing career | 1959–1969 | ||
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