Jack Adams
Ice hockey player and coach of Detroit Red Wings
Born
June 14th, 1895
129 years ago
Died
May 1st, 1968
56 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Born in 1895, a professional ice hockey player, coach, and executive. Played for the Ottawa Senators in the National Hockey League (NHL) and later became a significant figure with the Detroit Red Wings. Guided the Red Wings as a head coach, leading the team to their first Stanley Cup win in the 1935-36 season. Transitioned into a managerial role and contributed to the team's success in the following decades.
Led Detroit Red Wings to multiple Stanley Cup victories
Served as general manager for the Red Wings
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1959
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