Bob Fillion
Ice hockey player and manager
Born
July 12th, 1920
104 years ago
Died
August 13th, 2015
9 years ago — 95 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A Canadian ice hockey player and manager, played for the Montreal Canadiens in the National Hockey League. After retiring as a player, took on various management roles, contributing to the development of the sport in Canada. His leadership in minor league teams helped shape future talents in ice hockey. The management career included significant contributions to team strategies and player development.
Played for the Montreal Canadiens
Managed several minor league teams
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