Art Coulter
Ice hockey player for the New York Rangers
Born
May 31st, 1909
115 years ago
Died
October 14th, 2000
24 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Born in Canada, this athlete became a prominent ice hockey player in North America. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) primarily for the New York Rangers. Throughout a successful career, multiple seasons included significant contributions to the team's performance during the mid-20th century. Coulter's skills on the ice earned him a reputation as a talented defenseman. After the NHL career, he transitioned to coaching and other roles within the sport, influencing future generations of players.
Played for the New York Rangers
Participated in multiple NHL seasons
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