Cyclone Taylor

Ice hockey player and politician

Cyclone Taylor - Ice hockey player and politician
Born

June 23rd, 1884
140 years ago

Died

June 9th, 1979
45 years ago — 94 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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An ice hockey player and politician, this individual played primarily for the Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey Association and later the Vancouver Millionaires in the Pacific Coast Hockey Association. During a career spanning from 1907 to 1924, achieved notable success as a forward and was recognized for exceptional skating and scoring ability. After retiring from professional hockey, ventured into politics, serving as a member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. The combination of athletic prowess and political engagement characterized a significant portion of this individual’s life.

Played for Ottawa Senators and Vancouver Millionaires

Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1945

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