Ted Lindsay
Ice hockey player and manager
Born
July 29th, 1925
99 years ago
Died
2019
6 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played ice hockey primarily for the Detroit Red Wings, winning four Stanley Cups in 1943, 1946, 1950, and 1952. Lindsay co-founded the National Hockey League Players' Association, significantly influencing players' rights and salaries. After retiring from playing, worked as a manager and sportscaster, contributing to sports media with insights into the game.
Won four Stanley Cups with the Detroit Red Wings
Co-founded the NHL Players' Association
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