Michael George Karakas ( November 13 , 1910 -- May 2 , 1992 ) was an American professional ice hockey goaltender in the National Hockey League ( NHL ) who was the league 's first American-born and trained goaltender .
Michael George Karakas ( November 13 , 1910 -- May 2 , 1992 ) was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender . Johnston played 6 seasons in the National Hockey League ( NHL ) .