Doug Mohns

Ice hockey player, played for the Chicago Blackhawks

Doug Mohns - Ice hockey player, played for the Chicago Blackhawks
Born

1933
92 years ago

Died

February 7th, 2014
11 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

Links & References

Played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1955 to 1972. Primarily played as a forward and contributed to several teams, including the Chicago Blackhawks and the Boston Bruins. Participated in multiple playoff games and notably played in the 1961 Stanley Cup Finals with the Blackhawks. Later transitioned to coaching after retirement from playing.

Played in the NHL for over 15 seasons

Competed in the Stanley Cup Finals in 1961

Contributed to teams including the Chicago Blackhawks and Boston Bruins

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