Phil Watson

Ice hockey player and coach

Phil Watson - Ice hockey player and coach
Born

April 24th, 1914
110 years ago

Died

1991
34 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1914, was a Canadian ice hockey player and coach. Played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the New York Rangers and became recognized for a coaching career that extended into the minor leagues. Coached various teams in the American Hockey League (AHL) and made contributions to player development in the sport.

Played for the New York Rangers in the NHL

Coached multiple teams in the American Hockey League

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