Red Kelly

Ice hockey player and coach

Red Kelly - Athletes & Sports Figures born July 9th, 1927
Born
Died

2019
7 years ago — 92 years old

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Athletes & Sports Figures

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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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