
One of Milton’s most famous hockey players will have his jersey retired in February.
John Tonelli’s number 27 is being retired by the NHL’s New York Islanders.
He played eight seasons for the Islanders from 1978-1986.
Tonelli is eighth in Islanders franchise scoring with 544 points in 594 regular-season games.
He is also tied for sixth with 83 points in 113 Stanley Cup playoff games.