He played for the Chicago Cougars, California Golden Seals, Cleveland Crusaders, San Diego Mariners, and Indianapolis Racers.

[1] After leaving the WHA, Hardy became a player-coach with the Beauce Jaros of the North American Hockey League.

Hardy was the league's top scorer and most valuable player during the 1975–76 season.

[2] Subsequent coaching duties included the Binghamton Dusters, Shawinigan Cataractes, and Beauport Harfangs.

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