Alfred Lépine

Canadian ice hockey player and coach

Alfred Lépine - Canadian ice hockey player and coach
Born

July 30th, 1901
123 years ago

Died

August 2nd, 1955
69 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played as a professional ice hockey player and later transitioned to coaching. Competed in the NHL with teams like the Detroit Red Wings and the Montreal Maroons. Coached several teams after retirement, contributing to the development of the sport. His career included both playing and coaching roles in the mid-20th century ice hockey scene.

Played in the NHL for Montreal Maroons

Coached teams in the American Hockey League

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