Hod Stuart

Ice hockey player and champion of the game

Hod Stuart - Ice hockey player and champion of the game
Born

February 20th, 1879
146 years ago

Died

1907
118 years ago — 28 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

Links & References

Born in 1879, this ice hockey player excelled in the sport during its formative years. Played as a defenseman and became a prominent figure in the early leagues. Contributed significantly to the development of ice hockey strategies and techniques. Played for the Ottawa Hockey Club and the Toronto Professionals in the early 1900s, leading teams to various championships. Also participated in the inaugural season of the National Hockey Association, a precursor to the National Hockey League.

Played for Ottawa Hockey Club

Competed in the first NHA season

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