Dit Clapper
Ice hockey player and coach
Born
Died
1978
48 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played professional ice hockey primarily for the Boston Bruins in the National Hockey League (NHL). Participated in the NHL for 20 seasons from 1927 to 1947, and contributed as a defenseman. Served as the head coach for the Bruins after retirement. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1975, recognizing a successful playing and coaching career.
Played for the Boston Bruins
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame
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