[2] He was known as a tough defenceman, a physical player who exhibited great endurance by continuing to play while injured.
[2] He spent several years playing for army teams in the Ottawa area, winning the Allan Cup with the Commandos in 1943 before he was shipped overseas.
During World War II, Reardon returned to the Canadiens and won the Stanley Cup in 1946.
[1] Reardon retired prior to turning 30, a probable result of the numerous injuries he sustained.
[3] During his tenure with Montreal the team won five Stanley Cup titles.