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Hockey Legend Bob Pulford Dies at 89
6 Jan
Summary
- Hall of Famer Bob Pulford, an NHL star for 16 seasons, has passed away.
- He was instrumental in the Toronto Maple Leafs' 1967 Stanley Cup victory.
- Pulford also served as the first president of the NHL players' union.
Bob Pulford, a celebrated figure in the National Hockey League known for his impactful career as a player, coach, and general manager, has passed away at the age of 89.
Pulford played 1,079 games in the NHL from 1956 to 1972, scoring 281 goals and assisting on 362 others. A significant portion of his career was spent with the Toronto Maple Leafs, where he contributed to four Stanley Cup championships, including the memorable 1967 victory.
His influence extended beyond the ice as he was elected the first president of the players' union in 1967, laying crucial groundwork for the modern NHLPA. Pulford also had a successful coaching career, earning the Jack Adams award in 1975 with the Los Angeles Kings, and later held various roles with the Chicago Blackhawks for nearly three decades.
