Retirement and Facts
At the time of his retirement, Hadfield was fourth in Rangers' franchise history in goals, assists and points (behind his linemates Jean Ratelle and Rod Gilbert, and Andy Bathgate), second in penalty minutes (behind Harry Howell) and fourth in games played (behind Ratelle, Howell and Gilbert). He currently stands ninth in franchise history in scoring and third in penalty minutes.
His younger brother, Carl, was a 1964 draft choice by the Chicago Black Hawks.
Hadfield now owns the Vic Hadfield Driving Range and instructional centre in Oakville, Ontario.
In 2009, Hadfield was ranked No. 20 on the all-time list of New York Rangers in the book 100 Ranger Greats (John Wiley & Sons).
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