Red Kelly
Ice hockey player and coach
Born
July 9th, 1927
97 years ago
Died
2019
6 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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This individual excelled as an ice hockey player and later transitioned into coaching and politics. Played for the Toronto Maple Leafs and Detroit Red Wings. Achieved four Stanley Cup championships as a player and three more as a coach. Coached teams in the NHL and served as a Member of Parliament. Known for contributions to the sport and his leadership roles off the ice.
Won four Stanley Cups with Toronto Maple Leafs
Won three Stanley Cups with Detroit Red Wings
Served as a coach in the NHL
Elected as a Member of Parliament
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