John Ferguson Sr.

Ice hockey player and manager

John Ferguson Sr. - Ice hockey player and manager
Born

September 5th, 1938
86 years ago

Died

2007
18 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

Links & References

Played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Montreal Canadiens and the New York Rangers from 1956 to 1969. Transitioned to coaching and management, taking on a prominent role as a general manager for the Winnipeg Jets and the New York Rangers. Contributed to the development of numerous players and teams in professional ice hockey.

Played for the Montreal Canadiens

Served as general manager for the Winnipeg Jets

Coached the New York Rangers

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